Aids: meaning, definitions and examples

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aids

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medical condition

AIDS stands for acquired immunodeficiency syndrome, which is a chronic, potentially life-threatening condition caused by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). It weakens the immune system, making the body vulnerable to infections and other illnesses.

Synonyms

HIV/AIDS, acquired immunodeficiency syndrome

Examples of usage

A person with AIDS may experience frequent infections and weight loss.
Due to AIDS, the individual's immune system is compromised.

Translations

Translations of the word "aids" in other languages:

🇵🇹 AIDS

🇮🇳 एड्स

🇩🇪 AIDS

🇮🇩 AIDS

🇺🇦 СНІД

🇵🇱 AIDS

🇯🇵 エイズ

🇫🇷 SIDA

🇪🇸 SIDA

🇹🇷 AIDS

🇰🇷 에이즈

🇸🇦 الإيدز

🇨🇿 AIDS

🇸🇰 AIDS

🇨🇳 艾滋病

🇸🇮 AIDS

🇮🇸 Alnæmi

🇰🇿 АИТВ

🇬🇪 შიდსი

🇦🇿 QİÇS

🇲🇽 SIDA

Word origin

The term AIDS was first used in 1982 to describe the condition that was later identified as being caused by HIV. The epidemic spread rapidly in the 1980s and 1990s, leading to increased awareness, research, and treatment options. Today, with advancements in medicine, people with AIDS can live longer and healthier lives.