rhinitis

noun

rhi·​ni·​tis rī-ˈnī-təs 

: inflammation of the mucous membrane of the nose

Examples of rhinitis in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis and chronic idiopathic urticaria People 65 years of age and older should consult with a healthcare provider before using OTC Zyrtec. —T'keyah Bazin, Pharmd, Verywell Health, 10 Mar. 2025

For example, treating underlying allergic rhinitis can help prevent flare-ups associated with pollen or dust mites. —Lindsay Curtis, Health, 5 Mar. 2025

Less frequent side effects can include chest discomfort, weakness, headache, rhinitis, hypoglycemia and vitamin B12 deficiency (with long-term metformin use). —Leslie Baumann, Miami Herald, 27 Feb. 2025

Hexavalent chromium compounds can cause several types of cancer, as well as skin and lung diseases such as asthma and rhinitis. —Jenni Shearston, The Conversation, 25 Feb. 2025

Word History

Etymology

New Latin

First Known Use

1829, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing rhinitis

• allergic rhinitis

Rhymes for rhinitis

• arthritis
• bronchitis
• bursitis
• detritus
• gastritis
• glossitis
• mastitis
• metritis
• nephritis
• neuritis
• orchitis
• osteitis

Medical Definition

rhinitis

noun

rhi·​ni·​tis rī-ˈnīt-əs 

plural rhinitides -ˈnit-ə-ˌdēz 

: inflammation of the mucous membrane of the nose marked especially by rhinorrhea, nasal congestion and itching, and sneezing

also : any of various conditions characterized by rhinitis see allergic rhinitis, rhinitis medicamentosa, rhinitis sicca, vasomotor rhinitis