Laryngitis

/ˌlær.ɪnˈdʒaɪ.tɪs/

Meaning & Definition

noun

Inflammation of the mucous membrane of the larynx, often resulting in hoarseness or loss of voice.

After singing for hours, she developed laryngitis and could barely speak.

A common condition usually caused by viral infections or excessive vocal strain.

He was diagnosed with laryngitis after displaying symptoms of a sore throat and loss of voice.

An ailment that can occur as a result of irritants such as smoking or allergens.

Chronic laryngitis can be caused by prolonged exposure to smoke and other environmental irritants.

A temporary condition often seen in singers and teachers due to vocal overuse.

She was advised to rest her voice to recover from laryngitis before the big performance.

From the Greek 'larynx' meaning 'larynx' + '-itis', a suffix used in medical terminology to denote inflammation.

lost my voice

To have laryngitis or a similar condition that prevents normal speech.

caught a bug

To have contracted an illness, often referring to a cold that may lead to laryngitis.

larynx

The organ in the neck responsible for voice production.

hoarseness

A condition of having a rough, harsh voice, often associated with laryngitis.

infection

The invasion of body tissues by disease-causing microorganisms, which can cause laryngitis.

Voice loss

She sounds like she has major voice loss after that concert.

Scratchy throat

I woke up with a scratchy throat; I might be coming down with laryngitis.