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C2 Ailments/treatmen
| sentence | term |
|---|---|
| The outbreak was caused by a ..... strain of the flu virus. | virulent (of a disease) able to make one sick |
| The ... rock lay undisturbed at the bottom of the river. | inert (not moving or active) |
| The camera flash ..... her eyes, leaving her blinking rapidly. | dazzled (to make someone unable to see for a short time due to a strong or brilliant light) |
| The dentist used a local anesthetic to produce .... during the procedure. | analgesia (the loss of the ability to feel pain while remaining fully awake and conscious) |
| The patient was diagnosed with ..... after blood tests. | anemia (a condition in which the number of healthy red blood cells in one's body is low) |
| After the stroke, he developed ..... and struggled to form sentences. | aphasia (a neurological disorder affecting language comprehension or production) |
| The elderly man collapsed from .... during dinner. | apoplexy (sudden unconsciousness caused by a blocked or burst blood vessel in the brain, cutting off its oxygen supply) |
| The patient exhibited .... heartbeats on the monitor. | arrhythmic (pertaining to an irregular heartbeat) |
| Prolonged immobilization can lead to muscle ...., causing weakness and loss of function. | atrophy (the gradual wasting away or shrinkage of a body tissue or organ, typically due to lack of use, injury, or a medical condition) |
| The patient's elevated temperature may .... the presence of a fever. | betoken (to serve as a clear signal, symptom, or indication of something) |
| The weightlifter's palms were covered in thick ..... from lifting heavy weights. | callus (an area of skin that has turned hard and rough by being constantly exposed to friction) |
| She avoided spicy food because of a ..... on her tongue. | canker (a painful sore or ulcer inside the mouth or on the lips) |
| Exposure to exbestos is know to have ...... effects, particularly on the lungs. | carcinogenic (having the potential to cause or promote the development of cancer) |
| The doctor found a ..... blocking the patient¡s artery. | clot (a thick, solid mass that forms within a liquid when parts of it stick together) |
| He had a .... on his arm from the fall. | contusion (a bruise caused by blunt force trauma without piercing the skin) |
| The monotony of his routine led to a gradual onset of ......, sapping his motivation. | lassitude (the condition of not having mental or physical strength or energy) |
| I felt ..... after standing up too quickly. | woozy (feeling dizzy, unsteady, or as if the surroundings are spinning, often making it hard to stay balanced) |
| The medicine had a ..... effect on the patient. | costive (causing or experiencing difficulty in passing stools; tending to cause constipation) |
| She was in a ..... after hearing the news of the fire. | stupor (a numbed state caused by sudden shock, grief, or misfortune) |
| The ....... old man slowly made his way across the room, leaning heavily on his cane. | doddering (physically or mentally trembling due to old age) |
| She was ..... by a severe illness. | incapacitated (unable to act, work, or function normally because of a loss of strength, ability, or power) |
| His ..... tendencies made him worry excessively. | neurotic (displaying patterns of thought, behavior, or emotion typical of neurosis) |
| The cream had an ..... effect on sore muscles. | analgesic (able to reduce pain) |
| The doctor prescribed an ...... ointment for the burn. | anodyne (able to reduce or ease physical pain) |
| She applied ..... cream to the cut to prevent infection. | antiseptic (preventing the growth of harmful microorganisms) |
| Surgeons must maintain an .... environment during operations. | aseptic (preventing infection by avoiding contamination with bacteria, viruses, or other pathogens) |
| She applied a cooling .... to her sunburned skin to soothe the pain. | balm (a healing or soothing substance with a nice smell applied to the skin in order to relieve pain, irritation, or discomfort) |
| The doctor recommended ..... to treat the patient's constipation. | catharsis (the cleansing of the bowels by using a substance that causes evacuation) |
| The herb has ..... effects on minor wounds. | curative (able to heal or relieve a medical condition) |
| The potion was advertised as a ...... for every illness. | cure-all (an object, medicine, or remedy thought to have universal healing properties) |
| In some countries, there is ongoing debate about legalizing ..... for terminally ill patients who wish to end their suffering. | euthanasia (the intentional act of ending a person's life painlessly and without their consent, typically to relieve suffering from a terminal illness or irreversible condition) |
| Shea butter is know for its ,,,,,, properties, moisturizing and softening the skin. | emollient (having a softening or soothing effect on the skin) |
| The traveling salesman touted his miracle ..... as a cure for all ailments, promising instant relief to anyone who purchased it. | nostrum (a questionable or unproven remedy or treatment, often sold with exaggerated claims of effectiveness) |
| Comfort and dignity are central to .....care. | palliative (relieving symptoms without curing the underlying cause) |
| The hospice team worked to ..... her symptoms, ensuring she remained comfortable in her final days. | palliate (to soothe the pain of an illness without curing it) |
| The mountain air was considered ......, offering crisp freshness that invigorated the lungs. | salubrious (indicating or promoting healthiness and well-being) |
| Many people hoped that the new drug would be a ...... for all their health problems. | panacea (something that is believed to cure any disease or illness) |
| Fresh air and exercise can have a ..... effect. | salutary (having a positive effect on physical well-being) |
| The lecture was no .... that several students struggled to stay awake. | soporific (causing one to become sleepy an)d mentally inactive |
| Her kind words ...... my fears about the upcoming test. | allayed (to make something, such as an emotion, less intense) |
| The doctor prescribed a strong ...... before surgery. | cathartic (a medicine or substance that causes the bowels to empty) |
| Her ..... face revealed how ill she felt, even before she said a word. | ashen (looking pale or grayish, often due to illness, shock, or strong emotional response) |
| The doctor diagnosed him with a .... condition linked to poor liver function. | bilious (feeling or showing signs of liver problems or other disorders affecting digestion) |
| While waiting for the results, she was visibly ..... | blanching (to turn pale, especially in response to fear, shock, or surprise) |
| The anatomy students carefully dissected the .... as part of their medical training, studying the intricate structures of the human body. | cadaver (a dead human body, typically used for medical or scientific purposes such as dissection or research) |
| The patient's ..... appearance alarmed the doctors, indicating severe malnutrition. | cadaverous (very thin or pale in a way that is suggestive of an illness) |
| ..... palsy is a neurological disorder that affects movement and muscle coordination due to brain damage. | cerebral (relating to the forepart of the brain, particularly its higher functions such as thinking, reasoning, and cognition) |
| She broke her .... while skiing. | clavicle (the long, curved bone that connects the shoulder blade to the sternum) |
| After the surgery, the patient temporarily lost ..... | continence (the ability to consciously control the release of urine or feces) |
| Her ..... complexion was a result of her active lifestyle and good health. | florid ((of one's face) having a naturally red skin tone) |
| ..... cells are any cells in the body other than reproductive cells. | somatic (related only to the body, distinct from mental or emotional aspects) |
| After a good night's sleep, she was .... ...... ...... for the meeting. | in fine fettle (being in good physical or mental condition) |
| The doctor studied the ..... structure of the human hand. | carnal (pertaining to the physical flesh) |
| Stress and fatigue can lower a person's ..... | libido ((psychology) the mental energy or drive connected with sexual desire) |
| The prisoner's .............. made it impossible for him to scape. | constraint (the condition of being physically held, tied, or otherwise restricted in movement) |
| The ..... aroma of freshly baked bread filled the room, making everyone hungry. | sensuous (pleasing and attractive to the senses) |
| The robot was designed to mimic human behavior but was not truly sentient. | sentient (possessing the ability to experience, feel, or perceive things through the senses) |
| After weeks of travel, she longed for ..... at home. | repose (a state of rest or relaxation, free from work, stress, or responsibility) |
| During the lunch break, I like to take ...... ..... in my office to recharge for the afternoon. | forty winks (a short, light nap or brief sleep taken to rest and regain energy) |
| After the long hike, she quickly fell .... ... ..... .... .................. | into the arms of morpheus (in a deep sleep) |
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