initis

/ɪˈnaɪtɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

Inflammation of a body part or organ, especially the eyelids (blepharitis), skin (dermatitis), or mucous membranes (rhinitis); an allergy or irritation.

“The doctor diagnosed her with conjunctivitis, a form of initis affecting the eyes.”

Synonyms

  • conjunctivitis
  • dermatitis
  • rhinitis

Antonyms

  • non-inflammation
  • unirritated