Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
diathesis
noun
/daɪəˈθiːsɪs/
Definition
A predisposition or tendency to suffer from a particular condition or disease.
Examples
- His diathesis for allergies became apparent during the spring months.
- Doctors often look for signs of diathesis when assessing hereditary conditions.
- The diathesis stress model explains how genetics and environmental factors can contribute to mental health disorders.
Meaning
Diathesis refers to a person’s genetic or constitutional predisposition to develop certain health conditions under specific circumstances.
Synonyms
- predisposition
- tendency
- vulnerability
