Meaning of the word pathological in English

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pathological

US /ˌpæθ.əˈlɑː.dʒɪ.kəl/

UK /ˌpæθ.əˈlɒdʒ.ɪ.kəl/

relating to or caused by disease; morbid

Example:

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The doctor ordered further tests to determine the pathological changes in the tissue.

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Her fear of germs was almost pathological.

Synonym:

morbid diseased unhealthy abnormal unnatural

compulsive and obsessive

Example:

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He was a pathological liar, unable to tell the truth even when it was in his best interest.

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Her pathological need for control made it difficult for others to work with her.

Synonym:

compulsive obsessive addictive irrational uncontrollable

Related Word:

pathology