Definition

Relating to a rash or skin eruption that appears on the body, often as a symptom of a disease.

Example

The doctor noted that the patient had an exanthematic rash, which indicated a possible viral infection.

Conversation

Have you heard about the exanthematic rash going around?

Yeah, I read about it online; it seems pretty serious.

I wonder how it spreads, though, since it looks so contagious.

I think they said it spreads through close contact with infected people.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Exanthematic → It is formed from "exanthem" (from Greek "exanthema", meaning a breaking out) and the suffix "-atic" (meaning pertaining to). The word "exanthematic" refers to conditions or diseases that are characterized by a breaking out of rashes or eruptions on the skin.

Memory Tip

Think of 'exanthem' meaning a 'breaking out' — so 'exanthematic' describes something related to that skin eruption.

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