(path-ophy-siol-ogy) 4 syllables

Definition

the study of how diseases affect the body's functions

Example Sentence

Understanding pathophysiology at the cellular level has enabled interventions that were once unimaginable to earlier generations of clinicians.

More Example Sentences

In science class, we learned how pathophysiology helps doctors understand diseases better.

Synonyms

disease mechanism, medical pathology

Antonyms

health, wellness

Syllables count: 4