venereal

Meanings

• adjective

  Relating to or caused by sexual contact, especially the transmission of a sexually transmitted infection (STI).

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Pronunciation

1. /vəˈnɪə.ɹɪ.əl/
   
   
   
   Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=82113317"

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Antonyms

nonvenereal

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Synonyms

Cytherean , aphroditic , libidinous , lusty , venereous

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with venereal
renel , penel , velvel

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Variants

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venereal , venereally , venereal disease , venereal diseases

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Etymology

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From Venus, the Roman goddess of love, due to the historical association of venereal diseases with sexual activity.

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Trivia

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1. The earliest recorded evidence of venereal diseases dates back to ancient Egypt.

2. The name 'syphilis' comes from the Greek word 'syphilitic,' which means 'terrible disease' or 'affliction of the genitals.'

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Related Concepts

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1. Sexually transmitted infection (STI): A bacterial, viral, or parasitic infection that can be transmitted through sexual contact.

2. Syphilis: A bacterial STI caused by Treponema pallidum, which can lead to serious health complications if left untreated.

3. Gonorrhea: A bacterial STI caused by Neisseria gonorrhoeae, which can lead to infertility and other health problems if left untreated.

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Culture

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Venereal diseases have been a significant topic in literature and art throughout history. In Shakespeare's time, syphilis was often referred to as the 'Great Pox.' In modern times, venereal diseases have been a subject of public health campaigns and have led to increased awareness and education about safe sex.

How to Memorize "venereal"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the Roman goddess Venus, who is associated with love and sexuality. Think of the transmission of STIs as a 'gift' from this goddess.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'venereal' with the word 'sexually transmitted infection.' Remember that anything related to sexual activity and infections falls under this category.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Venus, the Goddess of Love, Gives Us Venereal Diseases' to remember the meaning of the word.

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