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View synonyms for phthisical
phthisical
[ tiz-i-kuhl, thiz- ]
adjective
- pertaining to, of the nature of, or affected by phthisis.
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Other Words From
- pre·phthis·i·cal adjective
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Word History and Origins
Origin of phthisical1
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Example Sentences
Hippocrates pointed out as one of the symptoms of consumption the spes phthisical or consumptive hope.
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Now this phthisical type is very common with us indeed, and it appears to be an innate variation to which our race is liable.
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The type of sanatorium to be recommended for phthisical patients is still much debated.
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The indifference of phthisical patients toward the maintenance of sanitary conditions is proverbial.
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He was fond of telling how his phthisical tendencies gained him the appointment.
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