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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

phthisis

/fθɪˈsɪs/ noun · British & US
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What does phthisis mean?

noun

A general term for a wasting disease, especially tuberculosis, or a condition of progressive decay or deterioration.

Example

"The patient's phthisis had progressed significantly over the past year."

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