B2 adjective 중립

syndrome

/ˈsɪndrəʊm/

A syndrome is a recognizable complex of symptoms and physical findings which indicate a specific condition or disorder. In non-medical contexts, it refers to a characteristic pattern of behavior or a group of opinions typical of a social condition.

예시

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1

He was diagnosed with chronic fatigue syndrome after months of unexplained exhaustion.

Doctors identified his persistent tiredness as a specific medical condition characterized by long-term fatigue.

2

The patient exhibits a rare metabolic syndrome that affects how their body processes energy.

The person shows signs of a group of risk factors that increase the chance of heart disease and diabetes.

3

I think I’ve got 'Sunday night syndrome'—I’m already feeling stressed about Monday morning.

I am experiencing a common pattern of anxiety that happens right before the work week begins.

어휘 가족

명사
syndrome
부사
syndromically
형용사
syndromic
관련
symptomatology
💡

암기 팁

Think of the prefix 'syn-' which means 'together' (like in synchronize) and 'drome' meaning 'running'. A syndrome is when many symptoms 'run together'.

빠른 퀴즈

The doctor explained that her symptoms, though varied, were all part of the same ____.

정답!

정답은: syndrome

예시

1

He was diagnosed with chronic fatigue syndrome after months of unexplained exhaustion.

everyday

Doctors identified his persistent tiredness as a specific medical condition characterized by long-term fatigue.

2

The patient exhibits a rare metabolic syndrome that affects how their body processes energy.

formal

The person shows signs of a group of risk factors that increase the chance of heart disease and diabetes.

3

I think I’ve got 'Sunday night syndrome'—I’m already feeling stressed about Monday morning.

informal

I am experiencing a common pattern of anxiety that happens right before the work week begins.

4

The researchers studied the psychological impact of Stockholm syndrome on long-term captives.

academic

Academics investigated the mental state where hostages develop positive feelings toward their captors.

5

The company is suffering from 'silo syndrome,' where departments refuse to share information with each other.

business

The business is experiencing a pattern of behavior where different teams work in isolation and do not cooperate.

어휘 가족

명사
syndrome
부사
syndromically
형용사
syndromic
관련
symptomatology

자주 쓰는 조합

metabolic syndrome a cluster of conditions that increase the risk of heart disease
withdrawal syndrome symptoms that occur after stopping the use of a drug
irritable bowel syndrome a common disorder affecting the large intestine
down syndrome a genetic disorder caused by the presence of an extra chromosome
acquired immune deficiency syndrome a chronic, life-threatening condition caused by HIV

자주 쓰는 구문

impostor syndrome

the persistent inability to believe that one's success is deserved

tall poppy syndrome

a social phenomenon where people of high status are resented or attacked

empty nest syndrome

grief or loneliness parents feel when their children leave home

자주 혼동되는 단어

syndrome vs disease

A disease has a specific, known cause, whereas a syndrome is a group of symptoms that occur together without a single proven cause.

syndrome vs symptom

A symptom is a single physical or mental feature of a condition; a syndrome is the whole collection of those features.

📝

사용 참고사항

Use 'syndrome' when referring to a group of symptoms that consistently occur together. It is widely used in both clinical medicine and popular psychology to describe behavioral patterns.

⚠️

자주 하는 실수

Learners often treat 'syndrome' and 'disease' as perfect synonyms, but 'syndrome' specifically refers to the collection of symptoms rather than the underlying biological mechanism.

💡

암기 팁

Think of the prefix 'syn-' which means 'together' (like in synchronize) and 'drome' meaning 'running'. A syndrome is when many symptoms 'run together'.

📖

어원

Derived from the Greek 'syndromē', meaning 'running together' or 'concourse'.

문법 패턴

Countable noun Plural form: syndromes Often followed by a descriptive name (e.g., [Name] syndrome)
🌍

문화적 맥락

In Western culture, terms like 'impostor syndrome' have become very popular in workplace discussions regarding mental health and self-confidence.

빠른 퀴즈

The doctor explained that her symptoms, though varied, were all part of the same ____.

정답!

정답은: syndrome

관련 문법 규칙

관련 단어

exarchness

C1

The state or quality of being an exarch, specifically referring to the authoritative status or regional jurisdiction of a deputy ruler or high-ranking ecclesiastical official. It describes the inherent power and dignity associated with governing a province or diocese on behalf of a higher sovereign.

perihumer

C1

A technical term referring to the anatomical region or specific tissue structures immediately surrounding the humerus bone in the upper arm. It is primarily used in orthopedic medicine and physical therapy to describe areas of concern during surgery, injury assessment, or prosthetic fitting.

microfluship

C1

A precise, automated release of a minimal amount of fluid or data used to clear a micro-system or reset high-sensitivity sensors. It is typically employed in microfluidic engineering and advanced computing to prevent sediment buildup or signal noise.

antiponness

C1

The quality or state of being opposed to or averse to hard labor, toil, or physical exertion. It describes a deep-seated resistance to performing arduous tasks, often found in philosophical or psychological discussions about the nature of work.

forenumerary

C1

Describes something that pertains to an initial or preliminary counting or listing that occurs before the main enumeration. It is typically used in administrative, historical, or technical contexts to refer to items or individuals recorded ahead of a final official tally.

detangite

C1

To separate components, strands, or ideas that have become intricately intertwined or knotted. It is most frequently used in formal or technical contexts to describe the process of unravelling a complex situation, data set, or physical structure.

unitangine

C1

Describing a process or system that operates through a single point of contact or a singular, unbranching focus. It is often used in technical or analytical contexts to denote a direct and isolated interaction between two entities.

enjectment

C1

Ejectment is a legal action or remedy brought by a person who claims title to real property to recover possession of that property. It is primarily used to remove a tenant or squatter who is wrongfully occupying the land and to settle disputes regarding the rightful owner's title.

invertite

C1

Describing something that has been reversed in position, order, or nature, or turned upside down. It is a highly specialized or archaic term used primarily in technical, historical, or biological contexts to denote a state of inversion.

malteghood

C1

Describing a state marked by deep-seated communal loyalty and historical resilience. It refers to qualities or behaviors that prioritize the preservation of a group's collective identity and shared fortitude above individual interests.

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