Synonyms for herpes
- noun
Definitions
- n. 1
A viral infection, caused by Human alphaherpesvirus 1 and Human alphaherpesvirus 2, marked by painful, watery blisters in the skin or in the mucous membranes or on the genitals.
Related words
Forms
- Plural
- herpeses → tetters…
Popularity over time
| Word | 1850 → 2019 | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| herpes | steady | |
| tetter | falling |
Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.
By length
- 6 letters
- tetter