toxemia

/tɑkˈsiːmiə/

Definitions

1. noun

A condition in which toxins, especially those produced by bacterial infections, are present in the blood or tissues, often caused by kidney or liver disease, and can be life-threatening if not treated.

“The patient’s toxemia worsened after the infection spread to her kidneys.”

Synonyms

  • blood poisoning
  • septicemia

Antonyms

  • eudaimonia
  • well-being