B2 noun 중립

arthritis

/ɑːrˈθraɪtɪs/

Arthritis is a medical condition characterized by the inflammation and swelling of one or more joints. It typically causes pain, stiffness, and decreased range of motion, often worsening with age.

예시

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1

My grandmother uses a special jar opener because her arthritis makes it hard to grip small lids.

My grandmother uses a specific tool for jars because her joint inflammation makes it difficult to hold things tightly.

2

The patient's clinical history suggests the early onset of rheumatoid arthritis.

The medical records of the patient indicate that they are starting to show signs of a chronic joint disease.

3

My knees are killing me today; I think my arthritis is acting up because of the cold weather.

My knees hurt very much today; I believe my joint pain is becoming worse due to the low temperature.

어휘 가족

명사
arthritis
부사
arthritically
형용사
arthritic
관련
osteoarthritis
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암기 팁

Think of the prefix 'arthro-' meaning 'joint' (like an architect building a structure) and the suffix '-itis' meaning 'inflammation' (like something being 'on fire' or ignited).

빠른 퀴즈

Low-impact exercises like swimming are often recommended for people with ______ to keep their joints moving without too much strain.

정답!

정답은: arthritis

예시

1

My grandmother uses a special jar opener because her arthritis makes it hard to grip small lids.

everyday

My grandmother uses a specific tool for jars because her joint inflammation makes it difficult to hold things tightly.

2

The patient's clinical history suggests the early onset of rheumatoid arthritis.

formal

The medical records of the patient indicate that they are starting to show signs of a chronic joint disease.

3

My knees are killing me today; I think my arthritis is acting up because of the cold weather.

informal

My knees hurt very much today; I believe my joint pain is becoming worse due to the low temperature.

4

Recent clinical trials demonstrate that biological therapies can slow the structural damage caused by arthritis.

academic

New scientific studies show that certain medical treatments can reduce the physical harm to joints resulting from this condition.

5

We need to ensure our office furniture is ergonomic to accommodate employees with conditions like arthritis.

business

We must provide comfortable office equipment to help staff members who suffer from joint stiffness and pain.

어휘 가족

명사
arthritis
부사
arthritically
형용사
arthritic
관련
osteoarthritis

자주 쓰는 조합

severe arthritis a very serious or painful case of joint inflammation
rheumatoid arthritis a specific autoimmune form of the disease
arthritis flare-up a sudden period of increased symptoms and pain
treat arthritis to give medical care or medicine for the condition
develop arthritis to start suffering from the condition as one gets older

자주 쓰는 구문

inflammatory arthritis

a type of arthritis characterized by swelling and heat

degenerative arthritis

arthritis caused by the wearing down of joint tissue

juvenile arthritis

arthritis that affects children and teenagers

자주 혼동되는 단어

arthritis vs arthralgia

Arthralgia refers specifically to the symptom of pain in a joint, while arthritis is the disease involving inflammation.

arthritis vs arthritides

This is the rare plural form of arthritis, used in medical texts to refer to multiple types of the disease.

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사용 참고사항

The word is almost always used as an uncountable noun in general English. When referring to a person, you 'have' arthritis or 'suffer from' arthritis.

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자주 하는 실수

Learners often use 'arthritis' as an adjective (e.g., 'my arthritis hands'), but the correct adjective form is 'arthritic'.

💡

암기 팁

Think of the prefix 'arthro-' meaning 'joint' (like an architect building a structure) and the suffix '-itis' meaning 'inflammation' (like something being 'on fire' or ignited).

📖

어원

From the Greek 'arthron' (joint) and the medical suffix '-itis' (inflammation).

문법 패턴

uncountable noun often preceded by a specific type (e.g., septic arthritis) can be used with the verb 'flare up'
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문화적 맥락

In many Western cultures, arthritis is strongly associated with the challenges of an aging population and is a common topic in healthcare policy discussions.

빠른 퀴즈

Low-impact exercises like swimming are often recommended for people with ______ to keep their joints moving without too much strain.

정답!

정답은: arthritis

관련 단어

syntegment

C1

To integrate or fuse distinct segments or components into a single, unified structure or cohesive system. It is often used in technical, architectural, or abstract contexts to describe the seamless blending of parts into a whole.

exsimilment

C1

Exsimilment is an adjective describing something that has diverged so fundamentally from its original source or peer group that it no longer possesses any shared characteristics. It is frequently used in technical and comparative contexts to denote a state of complete and intentional dissimilarity.

foreautofy

C1

Describing a system, process, or device that has been autonomously optimized or configured in advance to handle future scenarios. It implies a state of being pre-emptively automated to function seamlessly without human intervention when specific conditions are met.

insedess

C1

Describing a state of remaining in one location or maintaining an inactive, sedentary posture. It is often used in technical or formal contexts to characterize organisms, habits, or lifestyles that lack movement or migration.

interpunctive

C1

Relating to the marks or signs used in punctuation to separate sentences and their elements. It describes the structural use of points or symbols to clarify the meaning and rhythm of a written text.

comloquward

C1

Describes a person who is excessively talkative in a socially clumsy or uncoordinated manner. It specifically refers to the combination of being verbose while simultaneously lacking the grace to navigate conversational cues effectively.

circumjurent

C1

A person who takes a legal oath within a specific surrounding territory or boundary, often to verify land limits or local facts. In an archaic or specialized legal context, it refers to a witness who confirms the truth of a matter based on their presence in the surrounding area.

comvester

C1

A comvester is an individual who participates in community-based investment, pooling financial resources with others to support local projects or social enterprises. This role combines traditional investment goals with a focus on social impact and collective community benefit.

antitractent

C1

Describing a force or substance that exerts a repelling influence, tending to push away rather than attract. It is primarily used in technical or scientific contexts to describe physical properties or behaviors that resist being drawn together.

triludary

C1

To engage in a complex tripartite evaluation or negotiation process involving three distinct parties, stages, or perspectives. It is used to describe the act of reaching a balanced resolution or synthesis through three-way interaction.

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