Definition

Related to a type of illness known as scarlet fever, which is characterized by a red rash and fever.

Example

The doctor diagnosed the child with a scarlatinal infection after observing the rash.

Conversation

Did you hear about the scarlatinal outbreak at the school?

Yeah, I read about it online; it sounds pretty serious.

I hope it doesn't spread any further than that.

Me too! It's important to stay safe and healthy.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Scarlatinal is derived from "scarlatina" (from Latin *scarlatina*, meaning scarlet fever) and the suffix "-al" (meaning pertaining to). The term "scarlatinal" refers to something that is related to or characteristic of scarlet fever.

Memory Tip

Think of 'scarlatina' which refers to scarlet fever, and the '-al' indicates that it pertains to that condition.

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