Meaning & Definition of word "Diseased"
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Diseased
/dɪˈziːzd/
adjective:
- 1. Morally or spiritually corrupted.
- Example: The novel explores the lives of individuals in a diseased society.
- 2. Affected by disease; suffering from an illness or medical condition.
- Example: The diseased plants were removed from the garden to prevent the spread of infection.
- 3. Characterized by the presence of pathological conditions.
- Example: The researcher studied the diseased tissue to understand the progression of cancer.
Etymology
Derived from the Middle English 'diseased', past participle of 'disease' which comes from Old French 'desaise' meaning 'discomfort'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
diseased mind:
A mind characterized by twisted or unhealthy thoughts.
Related Words
disease:
A disorder of structure or function in a human, animal, or plant.
discomfort:
A state of unease or mild pain.
infection:
The invasion of an organism's body by pathogens.
Slang Meanings of diseased
Meaning: Used to describe someone who is overly obsessed or extreme about something.
Example Sentence: He's so diseased over that game, he plays it all night.