cellulitis

/səˈlyoʊɪtɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

a bacterial infection of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, typically characterized by redness, swelling, and pain.

“The patient was diagnosed with cellulitis after developing a painful and swollen rash on her leg.”

Synonyms

  • bacterial infection
  • skin infection

Antonyms

  • clear skin
  • healthy skin