ailment
/ˈeɪlmənt/
CEFR level C1Topic HealthWord #6808 in the learning path
疾病；小病
Definitions
n. An illness, especially one that is not serious.
疾病；小病
Example
The pharmacist suggested a remedy for my stomach ailment.
药剂师为我的胃部不适推荐了一种药。
Treating minor ailments at local clinics can reduce pressure on hospitals and improve access to healthcare.
在社区诊所治疗小病能减轻医院压力，并让人们更方便地获得医疗服务。
Collocations
- minor ailment
- common ailments
- treat an ailment
Word family
- ail (v.)
- ailing (adj.)
Synonyms
- illness
- disorder
Usage tip
可数名词，通常指小病，常搭配 minor。
FAQ
- What does ailment mean?
- An illness, especially one that is not serious.
- How is ailment pronounced?
- UK /ˈeɪlmənt/, US /ˈeɪlmənt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
