Pharyngitis
/ˌfærɪnˈdʒaɪtɪs/
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Medical Condition
Pharyngitis is a medical term used by healthcare professionals and in medical documents. 
The doctor diagnosed the patient with pharyngitis after examining the throat.
Pro Tip 2/3Formal Usage
Use 'pharyngitis' in formal contexts or when discussing health conditions with precision. 
During the health seminar, the speaker discussed how to prevent pharyngitis.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Always Severe
Pharyngitis can range from mild to severe; it's not always a serious illness. 
She could still attend school despite her mild pharyngitis.