Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
dengue
Noun
/’dɛŋɡeɪ/
Definition
Dengue is a viral infection transmitted by mosquitoes, causing flu-like symptoms and sometimes severe complications.
Examples
- Dengue fever is common in tropical and subtropical climates.
- After returning from vacation, he was diagnosed with dengue.
- Preventing mosquito bites is essential to avoid dengue.
Meaning
Dengue fever is characterized by high fever, severe headache, pain behind the eyes, joint and muscle pain, rash, and mild bleeding.
Synonyms
- Dengue fever
- Breakbone fever
