Skip to main content
(pel-la-gra) 3 syllables

Definition

noun. a disease caused by a lack of niacin in the diet.

Example Sentence

He takes a niacin supplement for his pellagra disease.

More Example Sentences

Eating a balanced diet prevents pellagra.

Synonyms

niacin deficiency; vitamin deficiency; malnutrition

Hear It! Say It! Write It!

pellagra
Hear It! Say It! Write It!

Rhymes

  • agra

  • conagra
  • niagara
  • pellagra
  • sinagra
Need accessibility help? If you experienced an issue using the dictionary, you can send us an accessibility support request.