diathesic

/daɪˈæθɪzɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or caused by the moods or temperaments, especially those that influence a person’s susceptibility to disease

“The doctor suspected that her diathesic condition made her more prone to illness during the winter months.”

2. noun

a predisposition to disease, especially one that is influenced by a person’s temperament

“The patient’s diathesic condition required a specialized treatment plan to manage her symptoms effectively.”

Synonyms

  • susceptible
  • temperamental

Antonyms

  • immune
  • resistant