Definition

Relating to a condition or predisposition that affects the body's response to disease or injury.

Example

The doctor explained that her diathetic condition made her more susceptible to certain illnesses.

Conversation

I read an article about how some illnesses are diathetic in nature.

Really? I’ve never heard that term before.

Yeah, it means they're related to a specific tendency or condition.

That makes sense! It's interesting how our bodies can react differently.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Diathetic → It is formed from "dia-" (meaning through or across) and "tithenai" (Greek for to place or set). The word refers to something that is set or placed through a process, often relating to dietary or therapeutic contexts.

Memory Tip

Think of 'placing' ('tithenai') something 'through' ('dia-') a process, which helps you remember that 'diathetic' relates to setting or placing in a therapeutic or dietary sense.

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