Definition

A condition where a person is unable to conceive a child or has reduced ability to do so.

Example

Many couples face challenges related to infertility when trying to start a family.

Conversation

I've been reading a lot about infertility lately.

Oh really? What made you interested in that topic?

I just want to understand the challenges some people face with infertility.

That's thoughtful! It's a tough issue for many couples.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Infertility is formed from "in-" (meaning not) and "fertilis" (from Latin, meaning fruitful or able to produce). The word describes a condition of not being able to produce offspring or fruitfulness.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('in-') being combined with 'fruitful' ('fertilis') to remember that infertility means the inability to produce offspring.

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