Definition

In a way that relates to or is affected by rheumatism, which is a condition that causes pain and stiffness in the joints and muscles.

Example

She moved rheumatically after the long day of work, feeling the effects of her arthritis.

Conversation

Have you noticed that my grandma moves a bit more rheumatically these days?

Yeah, I can tell she's having a harder time getting around.

It's tough to watch her struggle with that.

Absolutely, but she always finds a way to keep going.

Root Explanation

Rheumatically → It is formed from "rheuma" (from Greek "rheuma", meaning flow or discharge) and the suffix "-ically" (meaning in a manner relating to). The word "rheumatically" refers to something that relates to the flow or discharge associated with rheumatic conditions.

Memory Tip

Think of 'rheuma' meaning flow, which helps you remember that 'rheumatically' relates to conditions involving bodily fluids or discharges.

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