Social Disease (Noun)
Meaning
A communicable infection transmitted by sexual intercourse or genital contact.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The World Health Organization has identified several social diseases that are prevalent in many parts of the world, including gonorrhea and syphilis.
- Public awareness campaigns have been launched to educate people about the risks of social diseases and the importance of safe sex practices.
- The doctor explained to her patient that social diseases can be prevented by using condoms and getting regular check-ups.
- The rise in social diseases among young people has become a major concern for health authorities, who are working to develop effective prevention strategies.
- Untreated social diseases can lead to serious health complications, including infertility and increased risk of HIV transmission.
Synonyms
- Sexually Transmitted Disease
- Venereal Disease
- Dose
- VD
- Cupid's Itch
- Venus's Curse
- STD
- Cupid's Disease
- Venereal Infection