Adjectives of Sickness and Death

not in a good and healthy physical or mental state

I think the milk was bad; it made me sick.

not in a fine mental or physical state

She has been feeling ill for a week and finally decided to see a doctor.

not feeling physically or mentally healthy or fit

Despite being unwell, he finished the marathon.

affected by a disease

The diseased plants showed signs of wilting and discoloration due to a fungal infection.

an injury inflicted on the body especially one that seriously damages the skin or the flesh

The soldier had a deep wound on his leg from the battle.

having negative reactions to specific substances, such as sneezing, itching, or swelling, due to sensitivity to those substances

Tom gets itchy eyes and sneezes whenever he's near cats because he's allergic to cat dander.

(of a body part) feeling painful or tender, often as a result of injury, strain, or illness

Jane's throat was sore, making it difficult for her to swallow, after catching a cold.

experiencing a state of extreme excitement, energy, or activity, often characterized by uncontrollable or frenzied behavior

During the holiday season, the shopping malls are often filled with manic shoppers rushing to buy gifts.

not subjected to chemical or physical treatment

(of a disease) transmittable from one person to another through close contact

COVID-19 is highly contagious, spreading easily among individuals in crowded places.

(of an illness) difficult to cure and long-lasting

Mary's chronic asthma requires daily medication to control her symptoms.

to become rounder or larger, particularly due to an increase in the amount of fluid

After spraining her ankle, it started to swell, indicating inflammation.

a live microorganism, typically bacteria or yeast, that is beneficial to health, especially the digestive system

She started taking probiotics daily to improve her gut health.

to transmit a disease to a person, animal, or plant

Contaminated water sources can infect individuals with waterborne diseases.

(of an illness) suddenly becoming severe but for a short time

Jack was hospitalized due to an acute bout of appendicitis.

(of a disease or condition) capable of transmitting from one person, organism, or object to another through direct or indirect contact

Sarah stayed home from work to avoid spreading her infectious cold to her coworkers.

(of a disease) not showing any symptoms associated with it

Regular testing is essential to identify asymptomatic cases and prevent the spread of the virus.

having a disease since birth that is not necessarily hereditary

Mary's congenital condition caused her to be born with an extra finger on each hand.

capable of causing death

The chemical spill released a lethal gas into the atmosphere, posing a serious risk to nearby residents.

resulting in death

The car accident caused fatal injuries to the driver, resulting in their death at the scene.

able to cause death

The venom of the snake contained deadly toxins that could kill within minutes.

not alive anymore

He found a dead rabbit by the roadside.

referring to a person who has recently died

The deceased man's family members gathered to mourn his passing at the funeral.

without any signs of life or vitality

The lifeless body of the bird lay motionless on the ground.

to cause pain, suffering, or distress, often as a result of illness, injury, or hardship

Poverty afflicts many families in this neighborhood.

having to stay in bed, usually for a long time, due to illness or injury

Sarah's grandmother became bedridden after breaking her hip, requiring assistance with all daily activities.

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lacking in strength, often due to age or illness

The infirm elderly man needed assistance walking up the stairs.

looking pale or sickly

Despite her usual vibrant demeanor, Sarah looked peaky after staying up all night studying for exams.

feeling discomfort or nausea

Mary felt queasy after eating too much candy at the fair.

to physically cause harm to a person or thing

A misstep on the stairs could injure your leg.

a building where trains, buses, planes, or ships start or finish their journey

She arrived at the bus terminal just in time to catch her ride.