angia

/ˈændʒəiə/

Definitions

1. noun

A suffix used to form names of diseases or conditions, especially those of Latin origin.

“Some medical terms, such as angina, end with the suffix -angia.”

2. suffix

Used to form names of diseases or conditions, especially those of Latin origin.

“Many medical terms end with the suffix -angia, indicating they are related to a disease or condition.”

Synonyms

  • -itis
  • -osis

Antonyms

  • -genesis