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Definition of laryngitis

laryngitis

/ˌlær.ɪnˈdʒaɪ.tɪs/
lar · yn · gi · tis
Plural:laryngitides
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Adjective:laryngitic
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laryngitis Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

An inflammation of the larynx (voice box), typically resulting in huskiness or loss of the voice, a harsh cough, and a sore throat, often caused by a viral infection or vocal strain.

Example

"The lead singer had to cancel tonight's concert after coming down with a severe case of laryngitis."

• Rhymes for laryngitis

• Nearby Words

larrikin
larva
larval
laryngitis
larynx
las vegas
lasagna

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in Modern Latin in the early 19th century from the Ancient Greek 'larynx' (stem 'laryng-'), meaning the upper windpipe or throat, combined with the medical suffix '-itis', denoting inflammation.

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