Synonyms for
Aids
Definition
AIDS is a disease caused by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) that attacks the immune system and weakens the body's ability to fight infections and diseases.
Synonyms & similar words
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Antonyms
Common collocations
- provide aids
- offer aids
- seek aids
- receive aids
- medical aids
- financial aids
- humanitarian aids
- technical aids
Word family
Usage note
The word 'aids' can refer to general help or assistance. It is also commonly used to refer to Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS), a medical condition. Be mindful of context to avoid confusion.
Example sentences
- She was diagnosed with AIDS at the age of 35.
- AIDS is a serious disease that requires medical attention.
- People with AIDS need to take special precautions to avoid getting sick.
- AIDS can be transmitted through sexual contact or sharing needles.
- There is no cure for AIDS, but there are treatments available to manage the symptoms.
Quotes
AIDS obliges people to think of sex as having, possibly, the direst consequences: suicide. Or murder.
AIDS does not inevitably lead to death, especially if you suppress the co-factors that support the disease. It is very important to tell this to people who are infected.
AIDS is a judgment we have made on human sexuality.