hypochondriacal

Meanings

• excessive worry or self-concern about health to the point of causing significant distress or impairment in daily life.

  - "Despite having a cold, John's hypochondriacal tendencies led him to believe he had a much more serious condition."
  - "Sarah's hypochondriacal behavior made it difficult for her to visit the doctor's office, as she was always convinced that she had a life-threatening condition."

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Rhymes

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hypogramma , hydrargyrum , hyaline , hypergolic , hyperbolic , hypertrophic

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Variants

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hypochondriac , hypochondriacal , hypochondriacally

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Etymology

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The term 'hypochondriacal' comes from the Greek words 'hypochondriakos' which means 'pertaining to the hypochondrium' and 'hypochondrium' which refers to the lower part of the abdomen.

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Related Concepts

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1. Anxiety disorders: A group of mental disorders characterized by excessive anxiety and fear, often accompanied by physical symptoms such as increased heart rate, sweating, and trembling.

2. Neuroticism: A personality trait characterized by an individual's tendency to experience negative emotions such as anxiety, worry, and fear, in response to stress or other challenging situations.

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