acne

Meanings

• Noun

  A common skin condition characterized by areas of skin with blackheads, whiteheads, pimples, or cysts, caused by excess sebum, dead skin cells, and bacteria.

  - "She has been suffering from acne for years."
  - "Acne is usually treated with topical creams or antibiotics."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈæk.ni/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with acne
dime , crime , time

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Variants

List of all variants of acne that leads to same result
acne , acned , acnes , acnae rosaceae , acne rosacea , anti-acne , mask acne , rosacea , rosaceas

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'acne' meaning 'spot' or 'mark'.

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Trivia

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1. Acne affects more than 85% of people at some point in their lives.

2. Acne is not caused by eating chocolate or other foods.

3. Acne can lead to scarring if not treated properly.

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Related Concepts

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1. Acne vulgaris: The most common form of acne, characterized by blackheads, whiteheads, pimples, and cysts.

2. Acne rosacea: A type of acne that primarily affects adults, characterized by redness, inflammation, and pimples on the face.

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Culture

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Acne is a common condition that affects people of all ages and ethnicities. It is often associated with adolescence due to hormonal changes during puberty, but it can also occur in adults. Acne has been depicted in various forms of art and literature, such as the famous painting 'The School of Athens' by Raphael, where Plato and Aristotle are shown with acne.

How to Memorize "acne"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine small red bumps or pimples on the skin, especially on the face.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'acne' with the feeling of having oily or dirty skin.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the word 'acne' as 'A Can't Easily Nourish Epidermis'.

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