What is another word for weals?

Pronunciation: [wˈiːlz] (IPA)

"Weals" is a term commonly used to describe the bruised, swollen, or raised areas on the skin, typically resulting from an injury or allergic reaction. There are several other synonyms for the term "weals," including hives, urticaria, welts, bumps, rashes, and blotches. Skin conditions that result in weals can be caused by a range of factors, including insect bites, sunburn, or even emotional stress. Due to their discomfort and unsightly appearance, treatments for weals typically include over-the-counter antihistamines, topical creams, and/or prescription medications. If you experience persistent or severe symptoms, it is best to consult with a medical professional for proper diagnosis and treatment.

What are the hypernyms for Weals?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Weals

Again it came down, and as the porter raised it for the third time the monks saw great bleeding weals on Brother Jasper's back.
"Orientations"
William Somerset Maugham
His face was blackened and had angry weals where the fire had lashed it.
"The Pioneers"
Katharine Susannah Prichard
There was much knowledge that I would take on myself for the pair of us; a few more of life's weals and scars would make no difference to me....
"The Debit Account"
Oliver Onions

Famous quotes with Weals

  • I overtook, coming from Italy, In Germany, a great and famous Earl Of England; the most goodly fashioned man I ever saw: from head to foot in form Rare and most absolute; he had a face Like one of the most ancient honoured Romans From whence his noblest family was derived; He was besides of spirit passing great Valiant and learned, and liberal as the sun, Spoke and writ sweetly, or of learned subjects, Or of the discipline of public weals: And 'twas the Earl of Oxford.
    Edward de Vere

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