Pneumonia

usgb/nuːˈməʊniə/
noun

A serious illness that infects the lungs causing fever, coughing and trouble breathing.

The old man was rushed to hospital after he was diagnosed with pneumonia.
Visual representation of "pneumonia" - A serious illness that infects the lungs causing fever, coughing and trouble breathing

Often appears as...

  • catch pneumonia
  • develop pneumonia
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Severity Level

Pneumonia is a serious condition, indicating urgent medical attention is needed when mentioned.

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Her condition was grave; she had pneumonia.
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Health Context

Used in health and wellness contexts, often discussing symptoms, treatment, or prevention.

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Vaccines can help prevent pneumonia in vulnerable populations.
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Metaphoric Use

In informal speech, it's sometimes used metaphorically to express severity of non-medical situations.

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The company's finances are in pneumonia-level trouble.
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