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Synonyms & Similar Words
affliction
disease
illness
sickness
disorder
complaint
malady
condition
problem
trouble
difficulty
hardship
suffering
pain
distress
discomfort
ail
indisposition
infirmity
disability
impairment
defect
flaw
imperfection
weakness
frailty
vulnerability
susceptibility
tendency
proclivity
inclination
disposition
habit
addiction
dependence
Meaning of Ailment
A condition of suffering or discomfort, typically one that is prolonged.
Definitions
- A disease or condition of the body or mind
- A problem or difficulty that affects someone or something
Etymology of Ailment
The word "ailment" comes from the Old French word "ailment", which is derived from the verb "ailer", meaning "to trouble or afflict", and the suffix "-ment", which forms a noun indicating a state or condition.
The word has been used in English since the 15th century to describe a wide range of physical and mental conditions.
Example Uses
- The patient's ailment was diagnosed as a rare genetic disorder.
- The company's financial ailment was caused by poor management and lack of investment.
- The doctor specialized in treating chronic ailments such as diabetes and arthritis.