Dermatitis Meaning

/ˌdɜː(ɹ)m.əˈtaɪ.tɪs/
C1

Definition, CEFR level C1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.

Listen pronunciation

nounInflammation of the skin.

I'm troubled with atopic dermatitis.
Atopic dermatitis has been increasing on babies recently.
CEFR Practice Quiz
Touching the poisonous plant caused red itchy ____ on his arm.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
I'm troubled with atopic ____.

From Ancient Greek δερματῖτις (dermatîtis), from δέρμα (dérma, “skin, hide”), from δέρω (dérō, “to skin, flay”). Equivalent to dermato- + -itis.

Explore More C1 Vocabulary Words

CEFR Practice Quiz
Touching the poisonous plant caused red itchy ____ on his arm.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
I'm troubled with atopic ____.

Expand Your Vocabulary with LexUp

Master English words using smart flashcards, play exciting word rounds, and compete with other learners worldwide.

Browse CEFR Words Alphabetically