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Vocabulary Entry
pathological
|adjective • noun
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A
adjective
Relating to or caused by disease; also can refer to behavior or conditions that are extreme or abnormal.
Example Sentences
"His pathological fear of spiders prevented him from going outdoors."
"The pathological study revealed that the tissue samples were affected by cancer."
"Her pathological obsession with cleanliness made it difficult for her to maintain relationships."
N
noun
A condition or behavior that is related to or characteristic of a pathology; an abnormal condition.
Example Sentences
"The psychologist diagnosed him with a pathological condition that required treatment."
"Pathological behaviors can disrupt everyday life and lead to further issues."
"Researchers are studying the effects of pathological conditions on mental health."