Syphilis

Synonyms of syphilis

• pox
• venereal disease
• lues

Collocations of syphilis

sexually transmitted disease

Frequency: 80 %

Syphilis is a sexually transmitted disease that can have serious health consequences.

infection

Frequency: 70 %

Syphilis is caused by a bacterial infection.

primary stage

Frequency: 60 %

The primary stage of syphilis is characterized by a painless sore.

secondary stage

Frequency: 50 %

During the secondary stage of syphilis, a rash may appear on the body.

latent syphilis

Frequency: 40 %

Latent syphilis can remain asymptomatic for years before progressing to a more serious stage.

Idiomatic Expressions for syphilis

• Phrase: Syphilitic insanity
  Meaning: A historical term used to describe the mental deterioration caused by late-stage syphilis.
  Usage: The artist's erratic behavior was attributed to syphilitic insanity.