Medical Conditions And Diseases

4 words in this vocabulary list

noun a type of allergic rhinitis

  • Hay fever, also known as allergic rhinitis, is a common allergic condition that causes symptoms such as sneezing, itching, and a runny nose.
  • I can't go outside during spring because my hay fever acts up and makes me sneeze like crazy.
  • My hay fever is really kicking my butt today, I can't stop sneezing!
  • Dealing with difficult people at work is like having hay fever - it's annoying and hard to ignore.

noun a tendency to act or think in a particular way, especially one that is considered to be a natural or inherent quality

  • Genetic predisposition can influence a person's likelihood of developing certain health conditions.
  • Some people have a natural predisposition for sports, while others prefer other hobbies.
  • I've always had a predisposition for spicy food, I can't get enough of it!
  • Her upbringing gave her a predisposition towards kindness and empathy.

noun a word or phrase that limits or restricts the meaning of another word or phrase

adjective limiting or controlling someone or something

  • The new policy has implemented more restrictive measures to ensure compliance.
  • The rules are getting more and more restrictive around here.
  • Man, these restrictions are really cramping my style.
  • Her overbearing attitude felt like a restrictive cage around me.

adjective describing something that cannot be avoided or prevented

  • In some situations, conflicts are unavoidable due to differing opinions.
  • Traffic during rush hour is unavoidable, so it's best to plan ahead.
  • I tried to skip out on doing my chores, but my mom said it was unavoidable.
  • The storm was unavoidable, but we managed to find shelter in time.