What does psoriasis mean?
Psoriasis means (pathology) A noncontagious disease whose main symptom is gray or silvery flaky patches on the skin which are red and inflamed underneath when scratched..
Psoriasis
/səˈɹaɪ.əsɪs/ · noun
Meaning
(pathology) A noncontagious disease whose main symptom is gray or silvery flaky patches on the skin which are red and inflamed underneath when scratched..
Example Sentences
He suffers from a skin complaint, psoriasis, which has rendered his hands scaly, hard and red.
Synonyms for psoriasis
Antonyms for psoriasis
Related Words
Word Forms
- psoriases
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for psoriasis?
Common synonyms include lepra.
What is the opposite of psoriasis?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use psoriasis in a sentence?
He suffers from a skin complaint, psoriasis, which has rendered his hands scaly, hard and red.
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