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diseases

The correct spelling is diseases.

How to pronounce diseases

noun

IPA: /dɪˈziːzɪz/

Say it like: Dis-ees-es

The correct spelling is diseases. An abnormal condition of a human, animal or plant that causes discomfort or dysfunction; distinct from injury insofar as the latter is usually instantaneously acquired. For example: "The tomato plants had some kind of disease that left their leaves splotchy and fruit withered."

Usage Examples

The tomato plants had some kind of disease that left their leaves splotchy and fruit withered.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.An abnormal condition of a human, animal or plant that causes discomfort or dysfunction; distinct from injury insofar as the latter is usually instantaneously acquired.
  2. 2.(by extension) Any abnormal or harmful condition, as of society, people's attitudes, way of living etc.
  3. 3.Lack of ease; uneasiness; trouble; vexation; disquiet.

verb

  1. 1.To cause unease; to annoy, irritate.
  2. 2.To infect with a disease.

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