Synonyms for

Shingles

Verb / ˈʃɪŋgʌlz / Another word for shingles — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a viral infection that causes a painful rash on the skin

Synonyms & similar words

shake zoster shingle herpeszoster chickenpox blister rash lesion eruption sore infection disease illness ailment malady affliction disorder condition complaint syndrome virus

Example sentences

  1. My neighbor has shingles and needs to stay away from other people until it clears up.
  2. Shingles is caused by the same virus that causes chickenpox.
  3. The rash from shingles can be very painful and itchy.
  4. My doctor gave me medicine to help with the pain from my shingles.
  5. Shingles can be more common in older people or those with weakened immune systems.

Quotes

  • "I have shingles; I don't know what to do." - Johnny Cash
  • "In the best-case scenario, you have shingles for a short period of time and then you heal and then you move on with your life." - Howie Mandel
  • "I got shingles in the middle of making the album, and I couldn't even sing." - Kelly Clarkson

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