ailment

American  

[eyl-muhnt] / ˈeɪl mənt /

noun

1. a physical disorder or illness, especially of a minor or chronic nature.

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ailment British  

/ ˈeɪlmənt /

noun

1. a slight but often persistent illness

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Etymology

Origin of ailment

First recorded in 1700–10; ail + -ment

Example Sentences

At Shanghai's "Niang Qing", a TCM doctor in a white coat diagnoses customers' physical conditions based on the pulse readings, before a mixologist crafts custom drinks incorporating the herbs and roots prescribed for their ailments.

From Barron's

Although Nancy Guthrie is of sound mind, family have said she has physical ailments and uses a pacemaker.

From Los Angeles Times

The family and authorities are particularly worried because Nancy Guthrie has many physical ailments and requires a daily medication that she appears to be without.

From Los Angeles Times

The family and authorities are worried because Nancy Guthrie has many physical ailments and requires a daily medication that she appears to be without.

From Los Angeles Times

While she is of sound mind without cognitive issues, Guthrie does have physical ailments that keep her from walking far, officials said.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• ache
• condition
• disease
• disorder
• flu
• illness
• malady
• syndrome