Definition

Relating to a type of rash or skin eruption that appears on the body, often associated with infectious diseases.

Example

The doctor diagnosed the patient with an exanthematous condition after observing the widespread rash.

Conversation

Have you heard about that new skin condition that's been going around?

Yeah, I read it's called exanthematous rash.

It sounds pretty serious; I hope it doesn't spread too much.

Same here, especially with kids being more vulnerable to it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Exanthematous → It is formed from "ex-" (meaning out of or from) and "anema" (from Greek "anema", meaning a flow or current, often used in medical contexts to refer to a rash or eruption). The word describes conditions characterized by a rash or eruption that comes out from the body.

Memory Tip

Think of something that comes 'out of' ('ex-') the body, like a rash or eruption, which is what 'exanthematous' refers to.

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