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Wiktionary (0.00 / 0 votes) Rate this definition: disease (Noun). An abnormal condition of the body or mind that causes discomfort or dysfunction; distinct from injury insofar as the latter is usually instantaneously acquired. The tomato plants had some kind of disease that left their leaves splotchy and fruit withered. disease (Noun). Any abnormal or harmful condition, as of society, people's attitudes, way of living etc. disease (Verb). To cause unease; to annoy, irritate. disease (Verb). To infect with a disease.
Definition: Illness. Illness refers to the sociocultural context within which disease is experienced. The patient and his/her family label, classify, and explain the sickness episode in such a way that it can be personally and socially meaningful (Kleinman 1978).or many adults, the functional component is a critical factor in defining health or illness--in the absence of symptoms, there is no disease. A world view of many cultural groups integrates physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being, and holds that all three are necessary for optimal health.