Meaning & use
arthritic
Relating to or affected by arthritis, a condition causing joint pain, swelling, and stiffness.
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Her arthritic knees made climbing stairs painful every morning.
The old dog moved slowly on stiff, arthritic legs.
A note on using this word
Describes joints or a person affected by arthritis; it is not used for ordinary muscle soreness.
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