Synonyms for

Tuberculosis

Verb / tʌˌbɜ:kjʌˈləʊsɪs / / tu:ˌbɜ:kjʌˈləʊsʌs / / tu:ˌbɜ:kju:ˈləʊsʌs / Another word for tuberculosis — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Tuberculosis is a serious disease that affects the lungs and can make a person very sick.

Synonyms & similar words

tb TB consumption phthisis

Synonyms by register

Formal

consumption phthisis

Literary

wasting disease the great white plague

Common collocations

  • pulmonary tuberculosis
  • tuberculosis treatment
  • tuberculosis infection
  • tuberculosis symptoms
  • tuberculosis diagnosis
  • tuberculosis prevention
  • tuberculosis outbreak

Word family

noun tuberculosis
adjective tuberculous

Usage note

Tuberculosis is a serious infectious disease. While 'consumption' and 'phthisis' are historical synonyms, they are rarely used in modern medical contexts.

Example sentences

  1. My grandpa had tuberculosis when he was younger and it made him very sick.
  2. Tuberculosis is a very serious disease that can be fatal if not treated.
  3. The doctor did a test to see if I had tuberculosis but thankfully I didn't.
  4. Tuberculosis can be spread from person to person through the air.
  5. The treatment for tuberculosis involves taking medication for several months.

Quotes

  • "Tuberculosis is one of the deadliest diseases in human history, and it's still with us today." - Paul Farmer
  • "Tuberculosis, malaria, and HIV/AIDS are the biggest killers in Africa." - Bill Gates
  • "Tuberculosis is a disease that is curable, but it is also very preventable." - Ban Ki-moon

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