cerebritis

[ ser-uh-brahy-tis ]

noun

1. inflammation of the brain, especially of the cerebrum.

Word History and Origins

Origin of cerebritis¹

First recorded in 1865–70; cerebr- + -itis

Example Sentences

It was a poison which produced a mild form of cerebritis that dulled but did not deaden the mental powers.

From Project Gutenberg

Softening and abscess of the brain are terminations of cerebritis.

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