General Verbs Related to Health and Sickness

to physically cause harm to a person or thing

A misstep on the stairs could injure your leg.

to spread or transfer cancer cells from the original site to other parts of the body, leading to the formation of new tumors

Cancer cells often metastasize, spreading to other parts of the body.

to surrender to a superior force or influence

Despite his strong will, he eventually succumbed to the persuasive arguments of his friends.

to experience and be affected by something bad or unpleasant

They suffered the consequences of their actions.

the action of taking something from one place to another

The transfer of power took place peacefully after the election results were announced.

to eject what has been eaten or drunk through the mouth

She sometimes vomits after eating certain foods.

to make a problem, situation, or condition worse or more serious

Ignoring medication can aggravate the symptoms of a chronic illness.

to stop and hold an object that is moving through the air

Be careful to catch the egg without breaking it.

an official agreement between two or more sides that states what each of them has to do

They signed a contract to buy the house, outlining the terms of the sale.

to push air out of our mouth with a sudden noise

Don't cough into your hand; it's better to use a tissue.

to change and become stronger or more advanced

The small startup has the potential to develop into a leading technology company.

aromatic bulb used as seasoning

to throw up the contents of the stomach, often due to illness or nausea

He didn't want to be sick at school, so he stayed home instead.

to state that one feels ill or one's body part is in pain

She came to the doctor's office to complain of persistent headaches that had been troubling her for weeks.

to remove water from a substance, often causing it to become dry

The air conditioning system was unintentionally dehydrating the indoor air.

(of an illness or injury) to confine someone to bed

My friend was laid up with a broken leg for several weeks.

to lose consciousness

It was so hot in the room that she felt like she was going to pass out.

something given to someone as a sign of appreciation or on a special occasion

She received a beautiful bouquet of flowers as a birthday present.

a failure to maintain a higher state

the act of blowing air out of your nose and mouth in a forceful way

A sneeze can spread germs, so always cover your nose.

barely noticeable or weak in intensity

He felt a faint sense of unease as he entered the dark room.