Ail

usgb/eɪl/
verb

To be sick or have something physically wrong.

She's been ailing for a long time now.
Visual representation of "ail" - To be sick or have something physically wrong

Often appears as...

  • be ailing
  • ailing for a long time
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Visual representation of "ail"
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Health Context

Used when describing someone's health condition, mostly in a negative sense.

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After the surgery, he seemed to ail more than before.
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Longevity Issues

Often related to long-lasting health problems rather than temporary sickness.

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Her grandmother ailed with arthritis for many years.
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Emotional Weight

Can imply a worrying or empathetic tone when discussing health.

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It's clear the constant pain is ailing him deeply.
Visual representation of the word "Ail"

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