
Malady
Health Context
Use 'malady' when discussing health issues, especially those of a less certain nature.
His persistent cough was a malady that puzzled the specialists.
Chronic Illness
'Malady' is often used to describe chronic or serious conditions, rather than minor illnesses.
She has battled a malady for years with courage.
Literary Tone
'Malady' can be used to introduce a more literary or formal tone compared to 'sickness'.
The novel's hero was stricken by a mysterious malady.
Compare with
AfflictionAilmentDiseaseDisorderIllIndispositionInfirmitySick
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