synochal

/ˈsɪnɒkəl/ or /ˈsɪnɔːkəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

Pertaining to or resembling conjunctivitis, especially of the eyes.

“The ophthalmologist was concerned about the synochal inflammation in the patient’s eyes.”

2. noun

A disease affecting the eyes, especially conjunctivitis.

“The doctor diagnosed the patient with synochal, a highly contagious eye infection.”

Synonyms

  • conjunctival
  • ophthalmic

Antonyms

  • healthy
  • normal