Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or affected by nephritis, especially describing the kidneys as being inflamed or diseased

“The patient was diagnosed with nephritic syndrome and required immediate medical attention.”

2. noun

a person who has nephritis or is suffering from kidney inflammation

“The nephritic patient spent several weeks in the hospital recovering from the illness.”

3. adverb

in a way that is characteristic of nephritis, especially describing the kidneys as being inflamed or diseased