ailment

Definitions

A physical disorder or illness, especially one that is minor or chronic.

A bodily or mental complaint or condition of ill health.

Examples

The doctor was unable to identify the cause of his mysterious ailment.

Regular exercise can help prevent many common physical ailments.

She sought traditional herbal remedies to treat her chronic ailment.

Synonyms

illness disease sickness malady disorder affliction condition

Antonyms

health wellness fitness well-being strength vigor robustness