jaundice

/ˈdʒɔːndɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

A yellowish discoloration of the skin and mucous membranes due to liver dysfunction or a liver disease such as hepatitis.

“The patient was diagnosed with jaundice after several days of fever and vomiting.”

2. verb

To suffer from or be affected by jaundice.

“The baby’s mother noticed that the baby was jaundiced after birth.”

Synonyms

  • bile sickness
  • icterus

Antonyms

  • healthy
  • normal