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Diseases

8 lettersnouncommon

Updated June 2026

Definition

Disorders or conditions affecting the body or mind that impair normal functioning. They can be caused by pathogens, genetic factors, environmental conditions, or lifestyle choices.

Vaccination programmes have successfully eliminated or controlled many infectious diseases worldwide.

Pronunciation

IPA

/dɪˈziːzɪz/

Syllables

dis·eases

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Synonyms

illnessesailmentsdisordersconditions

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Wordle

Contains triple 'E' and double 'S'; common letters 'D'; vowels 'I', 'A', 'E' provide excellent coverage

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Scrabble

8-letter word worth 10 points; common letters make it versatile for building connections

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