hypochondria

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun chronic and abnormal anxiety about imaginary symptoms and ailments
  2. noun the upper region of the abdomen just below the lowest ribs on either side of the epigastrium

Etymology

From New Latin hypochondria (the morbid condition so called, supposed to have its seat in the upper part of the abdomen), from hypochondrium (see English hypochondrium for more).

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Synonyms

hypochondriasis

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