laryngitis

noun

lar·​yn·​gi·​tis ˌler-ən-ˈjī-təs 

ˌla-rən-

: inflammation of the larynx

laryngitic

ˌler-ən-ˈji-tik 

ˌla-rən-

adjective

Examples of laryngitis in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The Australian perennial chart-topper has been performing on her Tension tour to sell-out crowds in the UK, but has been forced to abort four imminent European dates after coming down with laryngitis – inflammation of the vocal chords and voice box. —Caroline Frost, Deadline, 14 June 2025

Those in the high-risk groups could also develop ear infections, blindness, encephalitis — a brain swelling infection — and respiratory illnesses, including pneumonia, bronchiectasis, and laryngitis. —Monica Cull, Discover Magazine, 7 Apr. 2025

Image That screaming, combined with a case of laryngitis, made for vocal cord damage, which meant that Francis had to miss a week of performances in November. —Ariel Fisher, New York Times, 14 May 2025

On this particular day, Wang is recovering from a case of laryngitis. —Jackie Fields, People.com, 12 May 2025

Word History

Etymology

New Latin

First Known Use

1815, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for laryngitis

• adenitis
• arteritis
• blepharitis
• cervicitis
• cholangitis
• choroiditis
• decubitus
• dermatitis
• fasciitis
• gingivitis
• hepatitis
• iritis

Kids Definition

laryngitis

noun

lar·​yn·​gi·​tis ˌlar-ən-ˈjīt-əs 

: inflammation of the larynx

Medical Definition

laryngitis

noun

lar·​yn·​gi·​tis ˌlar-ən-ˈjīt-əs 

plural laryngitides -ˈjit-ə-ˌdēz 

: inflammation of the larynx