yeast infection

noun

: infection of the vagina with an overgrowth of a normally present candidal fungus (Candida albicans) that is characterized by a discharge and inflammation

broadly : an infection (such as thrush) caused by a yeast fungus or a yeast-like fungus

Examples of yeast infection in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Like a yeast infection, BV can cause a burning sensation, among other symptoms. —Cheyenne Buckingham, SELF, 13 May 2025

Moisture trapping, chafing, and excessive odor are veritable hike ruiners that can sometimes escalate to UTIs or yeast infections. —Zoe Gates, Outside Online, 22 Mar. 2025

Common side effects from vaginal moisturizers can include, allergic reactions, skin irritation, and yeast infections. —Sandra Rose Salathe, Flow Space, 21 Mar. 2025

Plenty of other conditions like pelvic floor dysfunction, interstitial cystitis (a.k.a. painful bladder syndrome), and yeast infections can be easy to confuse with UTIs. —Korin Miller, SELF, 17 Mar. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1966, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for yeast infection

• interconnection
• microinjection
• superinfection
• abjection
• advection
• affection
• bijection
• bisection
• collection
• complexion
• confection
• connection

Medical Definition

yeast infection

noun

: an infection of the vagina with an overgrowth of a yeastlike fungus of the genus Candida (C. albicans) normally present in the vaginal flora and characterized by vaginal discharge and vulvovaginitis

broadly : an infection (as thrush or tinea versicolor) caused by a yeast or yeastlike fungus