Synonyms for

Measles

Verb / ˈmi:zʌlz / Another word for measles — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

an infectious disease that causes a fever and red spots on the skin

Synonyms & similar words

rubeola morbilli rubeola morbilli illness disease infection fever eruption rash spots blotches pimples blemishes irritation inflammation condition ailment malady complaint

Synonyms by register

Formal

rubella rubeola

Informal

the spots the rash

Common collocations

  • measles outbreak
  • measles vaccine
  • measles symptoms
  • measles virus
  • measles epidemic
  • measles infection
  • measles case

Word family

noun measles

Usage note

Measles is a highly contagious viral illness. It is often referred to formally as rubeola. Rubella is a different, though related, viral illness.

Example sentences

  1. The measles outbreak was spreading rapidly in the school.
  2. She got vaccinated against measles when she was a baby.
  3. The child had a high fever and a rash, which are common symptoms of measles.
  4. Measles can be prevented by taking proper precautions and getting vaccinated.
  5. The doctor diagnosed him with measles after examining his symptoms.

Quotes

  • "I remember getting the measles when I was six years old. That was the worst case of the measles ever." - Howie Mandel
  • "I had the measles and chickenpox and the mumps." - Kristen Wiig
  • "The measles vaccine is a miracle." - Anthony Fauci

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