Definition

A substance or medication that helps relieve or prevent arthritis symptoms.

Example

The doctor prescribed an antiarthritic to help manage the patient's joint pain.

Conversation

Have you ever tried an antiarthritic cream for your joints?

No, I haven't. Do they really help?

Yeah, I read that they can reduce pain and swelling.

That sounds promising! I might give one a try.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Antiarthritic → It is formed from "anti-" (meaning against) and "arthr-" (from Greek "arthron", meaning joint) and "-itic" (meaning relating to). The word describes something that is related to being against joint inflammation or arthritis.

Memory Tip

Think of 'anti-' meaning against and 'arthr-' referring to joints, so antiarthritic means something that works against joint inflammation.

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