🤒valetudinarian

noun
/ˌvælɪˌtjuːdɪˈnɛəriən/

Meaning

A person who is unduly anxious about their health or constantly concerned with minor ailments.

Example Sentences

He was regarded as a valetudinarian, always worrying about his health.

Synonyms

hypochondriac, invalid, patient, sickly person

Antonyms

healthy person, robust individual

Collocations

valetudinarian habits, valetudinarian concerns, valetudinarian lifestyle

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