Definition

A condition characterized by inflammation of the retina, which can affect vision.

Example

The doctor diagnosed her with retinitis after she reported vision problems.

Conversation

Have you heard about my friend's condition?

No, what happened?

She was diagnosed with retinitis, and it's been tough for her.

That sounds really challenging. I hope she gets the help she needs.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Retinitis is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "nitis" (from the Greek "nitis", meaning inflammation). The word refers to the inflammation of the retina, suggesting a condition that occurs again or repeatedly in the retina.

Memory Tip

Think of 're-' meaning again and 'nitis' referring to inflammation, which helps you remember that retinitis is about inflammation occurring in the retina.

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