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High-value C1 vocabulary with pronunciation, collocations and examples.

45 minC1c1vocabularychronic-illness-quality-of-lifechronic illnessmedical terminologyquality of lifehealth management

Lesson objectives

  • Learn advanced lexical items related to chronic illness & quality of life.
  • Reuse collocations and pronunciation cues more accurately.
  • Transfer high-value vocabulary into speaking and writing tasks.

Vocabulario C1 — Chronic Illness & Quality of Life

30 palabras con definición, traducción, ejemplo y audio.

exacerbate //

/ɪɡˈzæs.ə.beɪt/v
Definition:To make a problem, bad situation, or negative feeling worse.
Traducción:exacerbar / agravar
Example:Poor sleep hygiene can significantly exacerbate the symptoms of chronic fatigue syndrome.
Collocation:exacerbate the condition
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    • deteriorate //

    /dɪˈtɪə.ri.ə.reɪt/v
    Definition:To become progressively worse.
    Traducción:deteriorarse
    Example:The patient's health began to deteriorate despite the implementation of new therapeutic protocols.
    Collocation:deteriorate rapidly
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    • comorbidity //

    /ˌkɒm.ɔːˈbɪl.ə.ti/n
    Definition:The simultaneous presence of two or more diseases or medical conditions in a patient.
    Traducción:comorbilidad
    Example:Clinicians must consider comorbidity when prescribing medication for long-term ailments.
    Collocation:presence of comorbidity
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    • prognosis //

    /prɒɡˈnəʊ.sɪs/n
    Definition:The likely course of a disease or the chance of recovery.
    Traducción:pronóstico
    Example:While the prognosis remains uncertain, early intervention has shown promising results.
    Collocation:favourable prognosis
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    • manifestation //

    /ˌmæn.ɪ.fesˈteɪ.ʃən/n
    Definition:An indication or symptom of a particular condition.
    Traducción:manifestación
    Example:Neurological manifestations can vary widely among patients with the same underlying illness.
    Collocation:clinical manifestation
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    • alleviate //

    /əˈliː.vi.eɪt/v
    Definition:To make suffering, deficiency, or a problem less severe.
    Traducción:aliviar
    Example:The primary goal of the new treatment is to alleviate chronic pain without heavy sedation.
    Collocation:alleviate symptoms
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    • resilience //

    /rɪˈzɪl.jəns/n
    Definition:The capacity to recover quickly from difficulties; toughness.
    Traducción:resiliencia
    Example:Building psychological resilience is crucial for those managing lifelong health challenges.
    Collocation:demonstrate resilience
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    • debilitating //

    /dɪˈbɪl.ɪ.teɪ.tɪŋ/adj
    Definition:Making someone very weak and infirm.
    Traducción:debilitante
    Example:The debilitating effects of the illness often prevent individuals from maintaining full-time employment.
    Collocation:debilitating condition
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    • holistic //

    /həʊˈlɪs.tɪk/adj
    Definition:Characterised by the treatment of the whole person, including mental and social aspects, rather than just symptoms.
    Traducción:holístico
    Example:A holistic approach to wellness is essential for managing long-term health issues.
    Collocation:holistic approach
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    • precarious //

    /prɪˈkeə.ri.əs/adj
    Definition:Not securely held or in position; dangerously likely to fall or collapse.
    Traducción:precario
    Example:Many patients live in a precarious state of health, where one minor infection could lead to crisis.
    Collocation:precarious situation
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    • mitigate //

    /ˈmɪt.ɪ.ɡeɪt/v
    Definition:To make something less severe, serious, or painful.
    Traducción:mitigar
    Example:Lifestyle adjustments can help mitigate the risk of developing secondary complications.
    Collocation:mitigate risks
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    • interdisciplinary //

    /ˌɪn.təˈdɪs.ə.plɪ.n.ri/adj
    Definition:Relating to more than one branch of knowledge.
    Traducción:interdisciplinario
    Example:An interdisciplinary team of specialists is required to manage complex chronic cases.
    Collocation:interdisciplinary approach
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    • efficacy //

    /ˈef.ɪ.kə.si/n
    Definition:The ability to produce a desired or intended result.
    Traducción:eficacia
    Example:The clinical trials were designed to test the efficacy of the new drug over a five-year period.
    Collocation:proven efficacy
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    • detrimental //

    /ˌdet.rɪˈmen.təl/adj
    Definition:Tending to cause harm.
    Traducción:perjudicial
    Example:Chronic stress can have a detrimental effect on the immune system.
    Collocation:detrimental effect
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    • comprehensive //

    /ˌkɒm.prɪˈhen.sɪv/adj
    Definition:Complete; including all or everything.
    Traducción:integral / exhaustivo
    Example:Patients require comprehensive support to navigate the complexities of long-term care.
    Collocation:comprehensive care
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    • adherence //

    /ədˈhɪə.rəns/n
    Definition:The action of adhering to a particular rule, belief, or medical regimen.
    Traducción:adherencia / cumplimiento
    Example:Strict adherence to the prescribed medication schedule is vital for stability.
    Collocation:strict adherence
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    • intervention //

    /ˌɪn.təˈven.ʃən/n
    Definition:Action taken to improve a medical condition or to prevent it from worsening.
    Traducción:intervención
    Example:Early medical intervention can significantly alter the long-term trajectory of the disease.
    Collocation:medical intervention
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    • feasibility //

    /ˌfiː.zəˈbɪl.ə.ti/n
    Definition:The state or degree of being easily or conveniently done.
    Traducción:viabilidad
    Example:The feasibility of remote monitoring technology has revolutionised chronic disease management.
    Collocation:assess feasibility
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    • implementation //

    /ˌɪm.plɪ.menˈteɪ.ʃən/n
    Definition:The process of putting a decision or plan into effect.
    Traducción:implementación
    Example:The implementation of new digital health tools has improved patient monitoring.
    Collocation:successful implementation
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    • protocol //

    /ˈprəʊ.tə.kɒl/n
    Definition:A system of rules that explain the correct procedures to be followed in a specific situation.
    Traducción:protocolo
    Example:All staff must follow the established clinical protocol when managing acute flare-ups.
    Collocation:follow protocol
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    • burnout //

    /ˈbɜːn.aʊt/n
    Definition:State of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion caused by excessive and prolonged stress.
    Traducción:agotamiento / burnout
    Example:Caregiver burnout is a serious concern for families managing chronic illness at home.
    Collocation:experience burnout
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    • manageable //

    /ˈmæn.ɪ.dʒə.bəl/adj
    Definition:Able to be controlled or dealt with.
    Traducción:manejable
    Example:With the right lifestyle changes, her condition became much more manageable.
    Collocation:perfectly manageable
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    • unpredictable //

    /ˌʌn.prɪˈdɪk.tə.bəl/adj
    Definition:Not able to be foreseen or known in advance.
    Traducción:impredecible
    Example:Living with an unpredictable illness requires constant mental preparation.
    Collocation:highly unpredictable
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    • flare-up //

    /ˈfleə.ʌp/n
    Definition:A sudden recurrence or worsening of symptoms.
    Traducción:brote / crisis
    Example:She experienced a sudden flare-up of her rheumatoid arthritis during the winter.
    Collocation:sudden flare-up
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    • lifestyle creep // (n (phrase))

    /ˈlaɪf.staɪl kriːp/
    Definition:The gradual increase in standard of living that can lead to increased health-related costs or stress.
    Traducción:inflación del estilo de vida
    Example:Managing health costs alongside lifestyle creep can be a struggle for those on fixed incomes.
    Collocation:combat lifestyle creep
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    • wellness journey // (n (phrase))

    /ˈwel.nəs ˈdʒɜː.ni/
    Definition:A continuous process of making conscious efforts toward achieving better health.
    Traducción:camino hacia el bienestar
    Example:Her wellness journey involves a mix of dietary changes and mindfulness practices.
    Collocation:embark on a wellness journey
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    • burnout-proof //

    /ˈbɜːn.aʊt pruːf/adj
    Definition:Designed or structured to prevent emotional and physical exhaustion.
    Traducción:a prueba de agotamiento
    Example:The new remote work policy aims to create a more burnout-proof environment for employees.
    Collocation:burnout-proof strategy
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    • game-changer //

    /ˈɡeɪmˌtʃeɪn.dʒər/n
    Definition:A person or thing that significantly alters the current way of doing or thinking about something.
    Traducción:algo que cambia las reglas del juego
    Example:The new wearable sensor was a total game-changer for managing glucose levels in real-time.
    Collocation:absolute game-changer
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    • tech-fatigue //

    /tek ˈfæt.iːɡ/n
    Definition:The exhaustion caused by the constant use of digital devices and health-tracking technology.
    Traducción:fatiga tecnológica
    Example:Some patients suffer from tech-fatigue due to the constant stream of data from their smartwatches.
    Collocation:suffer from tech-fatigue
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    • low-key //

    /ˌləʊˈkiː/adj/adv
    Definition:Quiet, relaxed, or not intended to attract much attention.
    Traducción:discreto / sin pretensiones
    Example:She decided to keep her health updates low-key to avoid unnecessary attention on social media.
    Collocation:keep it low-key
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