rontgenism

/rɒntˈdʒɛnɪzəm/

Definitions

1. noun

A form of radiation sickness caused by prolonged exposure to X-rays.

“The worker suffered from rontgenism after months of working in the X-ray lab without proper protection.”

Synonyms

  • radiation sickness
  • x-ray sickness

Antonyms

  • radiation safety
  • x-ray protection