typhaemia

/ˌtɪˈfɪmɪə/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of inflammation of the liver, especially due to typhoid fever

“The doctor told the patient that she had typhaemia and needed immediate treatment.”

2. noun

More generally, any type of inflammation or swelling

“The injured athlete had a bad case of typhaemia after the accident.”

Synonyms

  • inflammation
  • swelling

Antonyms

  • health
  • normalcy