Meaning of the word medicalize in English
What does medicalize mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
medicalize
US /ˈmedɪkəlaɪz/
UK /ˈmedɪkəlaɪz/
Verb
1.
to define or treat (a problem or issue) as medical, especially when it is not inherently so
Example:
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Society tends to medicalize normal human experiences like sadness or shyness.
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The debate is whether to medicalize obesity or treat it as a lifestyle choice.
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