scurvy (Meaning)
scurvy (n)
a condition caused by deficiency of ascorbic acid (vitamin C)
scurvy (s)
of the most contemptible kind
scurvy (n.)
Covered or affected with scurf or scabs; scabby; scurfy; specifically, diseased with the scurvy.
Vile; mean; low; vulgar; contemptible.
A disease characterized by livid spots, especially about the thighs and legs, due to extravasation of blood, and by spongy gums, and bleeding from almost all the mucous membranes. It is accompanied by paleness, languor, depression, and general debility. It is occasioned by confinement, innutritious food, and hard labor, but especially by lack of fresh vegetable food, or confinement for a long time to a limited range of food, which is incapable of repairing the waste of the system. It was formerly prevalent among sailors and soldiers.
Synonyms & Antonyms of scurvy
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Synonyms:
- contemptible
- pitiable
- grubby
- sneaking
- vile
- detestable
- lousy
- scabby
- despicable
- ratty
- revolting
- abominable
- odious
- paltry
- sorry
- scummy
- deplorable
- loathsome
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- shabby
- unprincipled
- unscrupulous
- discreditable
- ignoble
- ignominious
- dastardly
- repulsive
- base
- censurable
- cruddy
- cowardly
- execrable
- revulsive
- abhorrent
- reptilian
- condemnable
- unethical
- shameful
- reproachable
- sordid
- disgraceful
- squalid
- disreputable
- low
- craven
- repugnant
- dishonorable
- blamable
- reprehensible
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scurvy Sentence Examples
- Sailors on long voyages often suffered from scurvy due to a lack of fresh fruits and vegetables.
- The doctor diagnosed the patient with scurvy after observing symptoms such as weakness and swollen gums.
- Historical accounts recount the devastating effects of scurvy on sailors during exploratory expeditions.
- A deficiency in vitamin C can lead to scurvy, a potentially fatal condition if left untreated.
- The expedition faced a serious setback when several crew members fell ill with scurvy.
- During the winter months, settlers in remote regions would often suffer from scurvy due to limited access to fresh produce.
- Treatment for scurvy typically involves increasing intake of vitamin C-rich foods or supplements.
- Explorers in the Arctic faced the dual challenges of harsh weather conditions and the threat of scurvy.
- The discovery of the link between citrus fruits and scurvy led to improvements in sailors' diets.
- Despite advancements in understanding and prevention, cases of scurvy still occur in populations with poor nutrition.
FAQs About the word scurvy
a condition caused by deficiency of ascorbic acid (vitamin C), of the most contemptible kindCovered or affected with scurf or scabs; scabby; scurfy; specificall
lame, wretched, nasty, cheap, disgusting, dirty, mean, hateful, pitiful, contemptible
laudable, meritorious, honorable, redoubtable, scrupulous, praiseworthy, creditable, redoubtable, scrupulous, laudable
Sailors on long voyages often suffered from scurvy due to a lack of fresh fruits and vegetables.
The doctor diagnosed the patient with scurvy after observing symptoms such as weakness and swollen gums.
Historical accounts recount the devastating effects of scurvy on sailors during exploratory expeditions.
A deficiency in vitamin C can lead to scurvy, a potentially fatal condition if left untreated.
