gastritis

noun

gas·​tri·​tis ga-ˈstrī-təs 

: inflammation especially of the mucous membrane of the stomach

Examples of gastritis in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

This can lead to a burning sensation, gastroesophageal reflux (when stomach acid flows back up the tube that connects the mouth and the stomach), and gastritis – especially in those who are already prone to stomach problems. —Veronica Cristino, Vogue, 30 Mar. 2025

Chronic gastritis is a lingering inflammation of the stomach lining. —Sayaka Blickenderfer, Phd, Health, 16 Jan. 2025

Atrophic gastritis is a chronic inflammation that leads to the loss of glands that produce enzymes and acids. —Sayaka Blickenderfer, Phd, Health, 16 Jan. 2025

People with certain medical conditions: Those with pernicious anemia, Crohn's disease, atrophic gastritis, or celiac disease. —Sarah Jividen, Verywell Health, 15 Jan. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1806, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for gastritis

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

Kids Definition

gastritis

noun

gas·​tri·​tis ga-ˈstrīt-əs 

: inflammation of the stomach and especially of its mucous membrane

Medical Definition

gastritis

noun

gas·​tri·​tis ga-ˈstrīt-əs 

: inflammation especially of the mucous membrane of the stomach