inflammation

noun

Stress: fourth syllable

Syllables: in-flam-ma-tion (4)

English Definition

A localized physical condition in which part of the body becomes reddened, swollen, hot, and often painful

Example Sentence

The medicine helps to reduce joint inflammation.

US IPA /ˌɪnfləˈmeɪʃn/
UK IPA /ˌɪnfləˈmeɪʃn/