rhinitis

noun

rhi·​ni·​tis rī-ˈnī-təs 

: inflammation of the mucous membrane of the nose

Examples of rhinitis in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

For many people with allergic rhinitis (a runny or congested nose caused by allergies), this means that congestion gets worse at night or in the early morning. —Rachael Zimlich, Bsn, Rn, Verywell Health, 25 Apr. 2025

Vasomotor rhinitis causes symptoms like a runny nose and congestion, similar to the symptoms associated with allergies. —Vanessa Caceres, Verywell Health, 21 Mar. 2025

Vasomotor rhinitis symptoms are similar to the symptoms caused by allergic rhinitis. —Vanessa Caceres, Verywell Health, 21 Mar. 2025

Seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis and chronic idiopathic urticaria People 65 years of age and older should consult with a healthcare provider before using OTC Zyrtec. —T'keyah Bazin, Pharmd, Verywell Health, 10 Mar. 2025

Word History

Etymology

New Latin

First Known Use

1829, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing rhinitis

• allergic rhinitis

Rhymes for rhinitis

• arthritis
• bronchitis
• bursitis
• detritus
• gastritis
• glossitis
• mastitis
• metritis
• nephritis
• neuritis
• orchitis
• osteitis

Medical Definition

rhinitis

noun

rhi·​ni·​tis rī-ˈnīt-əs 

plural rhinitides -ˈnit-ə-ˌdēz 

: inflammation of the mucous membrane of the nose marked especially by rhinorrhea, nasal congestion and itching, and sneezing

also : any of various conditions characterized by rhinitis see allergic rhinitis, rhinitis medicamentosa, rhinitis sicca, vasomotor rhinitis