Definition

Relating to or affected by a sexually transmitted infection caused by bacteria, known as gonorrhea.

Example

The doctor diagnosed her with a gonorrheal infection after the tests came back positive.

Conversation

Did you hear about the recent health seminar on STIs?

Yeah, I heard they discussed some serious topics, including gonorrheal infections.

That's really important information to know nowadays.

For sure, it's better to be informed and stay safe.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Gonorrheal → It is derived from 'gonorrhoea' (from Greek 'gonorrhoia', meaning a flow of seed) and the suffix '-al' (meaning pertaining to). The word 'gonorrheal' refers to something that is related to or characteristic of gonorrhea, a sexually transmitted infection.

Memory Tip

Think of 'gonorrhoea' which refers to a 'flow' related to a specific infection, and remember that 'gonorrheal' means pertaining to that infection.

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