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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

conjunctivitis

/kɒŋˈdʒʌŋktɪˈvaɪtɪs/ noun · British & US
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What does conjunctivitis mean?

noun

Inflammation of the conjunctiva, the membrane covering the white part of the eye and the inside of the eyelids. It can be caused by a viral or bacterial infection, or by an allergic reaction.

Example

"The doctor diagnosed her with conjunctivitis and prescribed antibiotic eye drops to clear up the infection."

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