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Morbidity
01
an unusually gloomy or unhealthy mental state
Examples
His morbidity made social interactions difficult.
The novel emphasized the morbidity of the protagonist's thoughts.
02
the prevalence of disease or injury within a specific population over a particular period
Examples
High morbidity from infections prompted a public health alert.
Smoking is associated with increased morbidity from lung cancer.
03
the state or quality of being physically unhealthful
Examples
Air pollution contributes to the morbidity of local populations.
Poor sanitation is linked to higher morbidity.
