amygdalitis

[am-ig-dal-uh-TIS; am-i-]

Definitions

1. noun

inflammation of the tonsils; tonsillitis

“After two days of fever, the doctor diagnosed her with amygdalitis and prescribed antibiotics.”

Synonyms

  • pharyngitis
  • tonsillitis

Antonyms

  • healthy tonsils
  • tonsil health