pulmonitis

/pʌlməˈnaɪtɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

inflammation of the lungs

“The doctor diagnosed the patient with acute pulmonitis due to the severe cough and fever.”

2. noun

inflammation of the lungs caused by a viral or bacterial infection

“The patient was hospitalized with severe pulmonitis after contracting a respiratory virus.”

Synonyms

  • pneumonitis
  • pulmonary inflammation

Antonyms

  • pulmonary health