psoriasis

noun

pso·​ri·​a·​sis sə-ˈrī-ə-səs 

: a chronic skin disease characterized by circumscribed red patches covered with white scales

psoriatic

ˌsȯr-ē-ˈa-tik 

adjective or noun

Examples of psoriasis in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The survey also found that 13% of participants found relief from conditions like eczema or psoriasis, which is a significant number given that chronic skin conditions such as these can be difficult to treat topically. —Kaitlyn McInnis, Forbes, 21 Feb. 2025

In a series of videos, the pair chat about their respective health journeys, managing symptoms, the connection between plaque psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis and the importance of self-advocacy. —Emily Cegielski, Flow Space, 19 Feb. 2025

These symptoms may be signs of health conditions that need treatment, such as head lice, ringworm, psoriasis, eczema, seborrheic dermatitis, or thyroid conditions. —Nancy Lebrun, Verywell Health, 12 Feb. 2025

What other conditions can sulfur treat? Because of its anti-inflammatory nature, sulfur is a good option for dermatitis, rosacea, and psoriasis. —Twiggy Jalloh, Vogue, 6 Feb. 2025

Word History

Etymology

New Latin, from Greek psōriasis, from psōrian to have the itch, from psōra itch; akin to Greek psēn to rub

First Known Use

circa 1684, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for psoriasis

• archdiocese
• amebiasis
• candidiasis
• filariasis
• leishmaniasis
• mydriasis
• pityriasis
• cholelithiasis
• elephantiasis
• nephrolithiasis
• schistosomiasis
• urolithiasis

Kids Definition

psoriasis

noun

pso·​ri·​a·​sis sə-ˈrī-ə-səs 

: a skin disease characterized by red patches often covered with white scales

Medical Definition

psoriasis

noun

pso·​ri·​a·​sis sə-ˈrī-ə-səs 

plural psoriases -ˌsēz 

: a chronic skin disease characterized by circumscribed red patches covered with white scales