Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

leproso

Noun

leh-PROH-soh

Definition

A term used to describe a person suffering from leprosy, a chronic infectious disease caused by the bacteria Mycobacterium leprae.

Examples

The leproso was treated with compassion by the local community.
In history, many leprosos were isolated from society to prevent the spread of the disease.
Despite being a leproso, he continued to inspire those around him.

Meaning

In a broader sense, ‘leproso’ can refer to someone who is social outcast or treated with disdain due to a specific condition or situation, often drawing a parallel with the stigma associated with leprosy.