beriberi
(ber-i-ber-i)
4 syllables
Definition
noun. a disease of the peripheral nerves caused by a deficiency of vitamin B1; characterized by pain in and paralysis of the extremities and emaciation or swelling of the body
Example Sentence
Beriberi is endemic in east and south Asia.
Synonyms
avitaminosis; nerve disease; deficiency disease
Antonyms
good health
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