Sexually Transmitted Disease (Noun)
Meaning
A communicable infection transmitted by sexual intercourse or genital contact.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The World Health Organization estimates that over a million people acquire a sexually transmitted disease every day.
- Sexually transmitted diseases can have serious consequences if left untreated, including infertility and increased risk of certain cancers.
- The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends regular testing for sexually transmitted diseases for individuals who are sexually active.
- Many sexually transmitted diseases can be treated with antibiotics, but some, such as HIV, require lifelong management and treatment.
- Practicing safe sex and using condoms can significantly reduce the risk of contracting a sexually transmitted disease.
Synonyms
- Venereal Disease
- Social Disease
- Dose
- VD
- Cupid's Itch
- Venus's Curse
- STD
- Cupid's Disease
- Venereal Infection