rheumatic

/riˈmætɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or affected by rheumatism (a disease characterized by inflammation and pain in the joints)

“She suffered from rheumatic pain in her knees.”

2. noun

a disease or condition related to rheumatism

“The doctor diagnosed him with a severe case of rheumatic fever.”

3. noun

a part of the body affected by rheumatism

“The rheumatic joint ached after the injury.”

Synonyms

  • arthritic
  • gouty
  • inflammatory

Antonyms

  • non-inflammatory
  • non-painful
  • normal