remission
/rɪˈmɪʃən/
CEFR level C2Topic HealthWord #7164 in the learning path
病情缓解期；缓解
Definitions
n. A period when a serious illness improves or becomes inactive.
病情缓解期；缓解
n. An official reduction or cancellation of a debt or punishment.
减免；赦免
Example
Her illness is in remission, and she feels stronger.
她的病情处于缓解期，身体也感觉更有力了。
Advances in medical treatment have enabled more patients to achieve remission and enjoy a better quality of life.
医疗进步使更多患者得以缓解病情，并享有更好的生活质量。
Collocations
- in remission
- complete remission
- remission of debt
Word family
- remit (v.)
Usage tip
in remission指病情缓解，不一定表示治愈。
FAQ
- What does remission mean?
- A period when a serious illness improves or becomes inactive. An official reduction or cancellation of a debt or punishment.
- How is remission pronounced?
- UK /rɪˈmɪʃən/, US /rɪˈmɪʃən/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
