Exam: IELTS

Definition: Relating to an unhealthy interest in disturbing or unpleasant subjects, especially death or disease.

Example: She had a morbid curiosity about crime stories and horror movies.

Definition: The state of being unhealthy or having a disease, often used to describe the frequency of diseases in a population.

Example: The morbidity rate in the region has increased due to the outbreak of the flu.

Definition: In a way that relates to unpleasant or unhealthy subjects, especially death or disease.

Example: He spoke morbidly about the accident, making everyone uncomfortable.

Definition: The quality or state of being related to unpleasant or unhealthy subjects, especially death or disease.

Example: The morbidness of the horror film made some viewers uncomfortable.

Definition: Something that causes illness or disease.

Example: The morbific agents in the environment can lead to serious health issues.

Definition: A type of virus that belongs to a specific group known for causing diseases like measles and canine distemper.

Example: The morbillivirus is responsible for several serious illnesses in animals and humans.

Definition: In a way that is sharply critical or sarcastic, often causing hurt or discomfort.

Example: She spoke mordantly about the mistakes made during the project.

Definition: In addition to what has already been said; also.

Example: She loves reading; moreover, she enjoys writing stories.

Definition: In a state of dying or near death; also refers to something that is becoming outdated or inactive.

Example: The moribund industry struggled to keep up with modern technology.

Definition: The early part of the day, typically from sunrise until noon.

Example: I like to go for a walk in the morn before it gets too hot.