Acne (Noun)
Meaning
An inflammatory disease involving the sebaceous glands of the skin; characterized by papules or pustules or comedones.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- Her struggle with acne throughout adolescence had a profound impact on her self-esteem.
- He started breaking out with acne when he entered puberty, but it had mostly cleared up by his early twenties.
- Acne is a very common skin condition that affects many teenagers and young adults.
- She had tried various treatments for her acne, but nothing seemed to work for long.
- The dermatologist examined her face and diagnosed a moderate case of acne that would require ongoing care.