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4 words in this vocabulary list

noun a sleep disorder characterized by sudden and uncontrollable episodes of deep sleep

  • Narcolepsy is a chronic sleep disorder characterized by overwhelming daytime drowsiness and sudden attacks of sleep.
  • My friend has narcolepsy, so he often falls asleep unexpectedly during the day.
  • I heard that narcolepsy is like having a superpower that makes you fall asleep at any moment.
  • His narcolepsy causes him to drift off into dreamland at the most inconvenient times.

noun a chronic condition characterized by excess lymph fluid that causes swelling in the body's tissues

  • Lymphoedema is a chronic condition characterized by swelling in the arms or legs due to a blockage in the lymphatic system.
  • My aunt has been dealing with lymphoedema for years and it can be quite uncomfortable for her.
  • Dealing with lymphoedema is a real pain in the neck, but my mom manages it well.
  • The lymphoedema of bureaucracy can slow down the progress of any project.

noun a person who is supportive and caring towards someone who is sick with the flu

  • My friend who had the flu is feeling much better now.
  • My flu friend is finally back on their feet.
  • I'm taking care of my buddy who caught the flu.
  • In times of sickness, a flu friend is a true friend indeed.

noun a person who is addicted to a particular substance or activity

  • The rehabilitation center provides support and treatment for drug addicts.
  • Some addicts struggle to break free from their addiction on their own.
  • Those addicts need to get their act together and seek help.
  • She was a book addict, always immersed in the world of literature.