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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

prednisone

/prɛdˈnaɪzən/ noun · British & US
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What does prednisone mean?

noun

A synthetic corticosteroid drug used to treat a variety of inflammatory and autoimmune conditions, such as asthma, rheumatoid arthritis, and skin allergies.

Example

"The doctor prescribed prednisone to help manage her daughter's severe asthma symptoms."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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