Meaning & use
disease
An illness affecting the body or mind, usually with recognizable signs and causes.
See it in a sentence
Doctors worked to identify the rare disease causing his symptoms.
Regular exercise can help lower the risk of developing heart disease.
A note on using this word
Disease usually implies a specific, diagnosable condition, while illness can describe a more general feeling of being unwell.
Words with a similar meaning
illnessailment
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