Illness
Noun
UK
/ˈɪl.nəs/
US
/ˈɪl.nəs/
Definition
A condition that makes a person sick or unhealthy.
Example
"She is recovering from her illness."
"A healthy lifestyle can help protect you from many types of illness."
"The illness spread quickly through the village after the rainy season."
Explanation
An illness is a state of being unwell or a disease that affects your body or mind. For example, she stayed home because of her illness. Illness can be short-term, like a cold, or long-term, like diabetes. It can make you tired, weak, or uncomfortable, and people often visit doctors to get better. Everyone faces some illness in life, but good rest, food, and care help in recovery.