Definition

A condition where an area of the body develops an open sore, often causing pain and discomfort.

Example

The doctor diagnosed her with ulceration in her stomach.

Conversation

I heard that you’ve been dealing with some stomach issues lately.

Yeah, the doctor mentioned something about possible ulceration in my stomach.

That sounds rough! What did they say you should do?

They recommended some medication and a change in my diet to avoid further problems.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Ulceration → It is formed from "ulcus" (meaning sore or wound) and the suffix "-ation" (meaning the process of). The word "ulceration" refers to the process of developing sores or wounds.

Memory Tip

Think of 'ulcus' meaning a sore, and '-ation' indicating a process — so ulceration is the process of developing sores.

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