Abhorrence – Antibiotic

Flashcards covering medical and general vocabulary terms starting with the letter A, including definitions from the study sheet.

What is the definition of "abhorrence"?

Despising something or someone

What is the definition of "abrasion"?

An area that is sore, scraped, or rubbed away.

What does "abrupt" mean?

Sudden or unexpected

How is an "abscess" defined?

A swollen, inflamed area in bodily tissues, in which pus gathers is called an abscess.

What does it mean to "abstain"?

To choose not to do or have something or to refrain deliberately

What is the definition of "abstemious"?

Someone who abstains or is moderate, often specifically in their consumption of food and beverage.

What does "abundance" mean?

A situation in which there is more than enough of something.

What is the definition of "access"?

Permission, liberty, or the ability to enter, approach, or pass to and from a place or to approach or communicate with a person or thing

What does "accountable" mean?

Subject to the obligation to report, explain, or justify something

What is the definition of "acumen"?

Keenness and depth of perception

What is the definition of "acute"?

Sharpness or severity of sudden onset

How is "addictive" defined?

A drug or substance that causes or is likely to cause someone to develop a compulsive, harmful need towards such substance.

What is the definition of "adequate"?

Sufficient for a specific need or requirement

What does "adhere" mean?

To stick or be attached firmly to a surface.

What is the definition of "adulation"?

Excessive admiration or praise.

What does "adverse" mean?

Having a negative or harmful effect on something.

What is the definition of "aegis"?

Protection; support

How is "affably" defined?

Pleasantly easy to approach and to talk to

In a medical context, what does Afflict mean?

To cause illness, symptoms

What is the definition of "affect (influence)"?

To have an influence on someone or something, or to cause a change in someone or something.

What is the definition of "aggrieved"?

Unhappy and angry because of unfair treatment.

What does "aid/aide" mean?

To give assistance

How is "alcohol" defined?

A clear liquid that can produce drunkeness, also used as a solvent.

What does "allude" mean?

To refer casually or indirectly

What is the definition of "ambiance"?

A feeling or mood associated with a particular place, person, or thing

What does "ambiguous" mean?

Someone or something that is unclear or not easily describable.

How is "ambivalent" defined?

Someone who has mixed feelings or contradictory ideas about something or someone.

What does "amenable" mean?

Someone willing to accept or be influenced by a suggestion

What is "anabolism"?

The constructive part of metabolism concerned especially with macromolecular synthesis.

What is an "analgesic"?

Something used to stop people from feeling pain, or relating to the stopping of pain.

What is the definition of "annual"?

Occurring or happening every year or once a year

What is an "antacid"?

A substance used to reduce or prevent acid collecting in the body, especially in the stomach.

What does "anterior" mean?

Something that is positioned at or toward the front.

What is the definition of an "antibiotic"?

A medicine or chemical that can destroy harmful bacteria in the body or limit their growth.