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illness

/ɪˈl.nəs/ noun · British & US
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What does illness mean?

noun

A state of being unwell or diseased; a disease or disorder.

Example

"The doctor diagnosed her with a serious illness and prescribed medication."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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