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Definition of arthritic

arthritic

/ɑːrˈθrɪtɪk/
ar · thrit · ic
Adverb:arthritically
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Plural:arthritics
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• adjective

1

Relating to, caused by, or affected with arthritis, a painful inflammation and stiffness of the joints.

Example

"The physical therapist recommended gentle swimming exercises to ease the patient's arthritic knees."

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• noun

1

A person who suffers from arthritis.

Example

"Ergonomic kitchen utensils with wide, padded handles are especially helpful for arthritics."

• Rhymes for arthritic

• Nearby Words

artfully
artfulness
arthouse
arthritic
arthritis
artic
artichoke

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from Latin arthriticus, from Ancient Greek arthritikos ('of the joints, gouty'), derived from arthron ('joint').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Arthritic. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/arthritic
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