illness

• Sustantivo que designa el estado o la condición de estar enfermo, como una enfermedad, dolencia o mala salud.

A noun referring to a state or condition of being ill, such as a disease, sickness, or poor health.

1. Disease or sicknessA2formalmedical

   A condition of poor health, either physical or mental, often requiring medical attention.

   enfermedad

   • She was diagnosed with a serious illness last year.
   • The doctor said the illness is treatable with medication.
   • Many people suffer from chronic illnesses like diabetes.

   Sinónimosafflictionailmentcomplaintdiseasedisorderinfirmitymaladysickness

   Antónimoshealthwellness

2. State of being unwellA2formal

   The general state of being sick or unhealthy.

   Enfermedad (estado de estar enfermo)

   • He missed work due to a sudden illness.
   • The illness kept her in bed for a week.
   • Proper rest is important for recovery from any illness.

   Sinónimosafflictionailmentdiseasedisorderindispositioninfirmitymaladysicknessunwellness

   Antónimoshealthwellness