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Definition
Syndrome; a group of symptoms that consistently occur together.
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How it's used
This term is primarily used in medical contexts to describe a cluster of symptoms that occur together. While it is a direct translation of the English word syndrome, it is almost exclusively used in formal or clinical discussions rather than casual conversation. In everyday speech, people are more likely to describe specific symptoms individually instead of using this technical label.
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He seems to have some chronic fatigue syndrome lately.
The doctor diagnosed him with a rare syndrome.
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Common phrases
Down's syndrome
chronic fatigue syndrome
Common mistake
Learners often mistakenly use this word to describe any general health problem or sickness, but it is specifically reserved for recognized medical syndromes where a set of symptoms consistently appear together.
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