hypochondriac
noun | /hypochondriac/
a person who is abnormally anxious about their health
hypochondriac
noun | /hypochondriac/
Advanced WordsHARDa person who is abnormally anxious about their health
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"The hypochondriac visited the clinic for minor symptoms repeatedly."
"Her hypochondriac fears made routine tests feel catastrophic."
Mnemonic Trick
HYPOCHONDRIAC → HYPER + CHONDRIA: over-concern about bodily symptoms.
Etymology
From Greek hypo- (under) + chondros (cartilage/region of the spleen) — historical medical sense.
Now: excessive worry about health.
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