Definition

A serious condition that occurs when the body overheats due to prolonged exposure to the sun, leading to symptoms like high body temperature, confusion, and sometimes loss of consciousness.

Example

After spending too long at the beach without water, he suffered from sunstroke and needed medical attention.

Conversation

I heard someone got sunstroke at the beach yesterday.

Really? That's scary! What happened?

They were out in the sun for too long without water.

That's a good reminder to stay hydrated when it's hot.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Sunstroke** → It is formed from "sun" (from Old English *sunne*, meaning the star that provides light and warmth) and "stroke" (from Old English *stracian*, meaning to strike or hit). The word "sunstroke" refers to the condition caused by being struck or affected by the sun's heat.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'struck' by the 'sun' — that's why sunstroke means being affected by the sun's heat.

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