aetiological

• Relatif à la cause ou à l'origine d'une maladie ou d'un état médical.

Relating to the cause or origin of a disease or medical condition.

1. Relating to causationC2formal

   Pertaining to the philosophical study of causes and origins.

   étiologique

   • The philosopher presented an aetiological argument for the origin of the universe.
   • Aetiological myths often explain natural phenomena through stories.
   • The study focused on the aetiological factors behind social change.

   Synonymesaetiologiccausalcausativeetiologic

2. Relating to disease originC2formalmedical

   Concerning the cause or origin of a disease or medical condition.

   étiologique

   • The doctor discussed the aetiological agents of the infection.
   • Aetiological research is crucial for developing effective treatments.
   • The study examined the aetiological links between genetics and the disorder.

   Synonymescausalcausativeetiologicetiological