sclerosis
noun/skləˈroʊsɪs/
Frequency rank: #9,580 most common English word
Meaning
A pathological hardening of tissue in the body, especially from overgrowth of fibrous tissue.
Example sentence
The doctor explained that multiple sclerosis can affect the brain and spinal cord over time.
Synonyms & related words
- hardening
- stiffening
- fibrosis
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