How Do You Spell MEASLED?

Pronunciation: [mˈiːsə͡ld] (IPA)

The word "measled" is spelled with a double "s" because it is derived from the noun "measles" which itself is spelled with a double "s". The IPA phonetic transcription of "measled" is /ˈmɛzəld/. The "ea" in the word is pronounced as a short "e" sound /ɛ/ and the "s" is pronounced as a voiceless "z" sound /z/. The ending "ed" is pronounced as /d/ when it follows a voiced sound, as in "measles" (pronounced /ˈmɛzəlz/) but it is pronounced as /t/ when it follows a voiceless sound, as in "missed" (pronounced /mɪst/).

MEASLED Meaning and Definition

1. "Measled" is an adjective that is used to describe a person or animal infected with or afflicted by measles, a highly contagious viral disease characterized by a distinct rash, fever, cough, runny nose, and red, watery eyes. The term "measled" stems from the noun "measles," and it generally denotes an individual who is visibly displaying the symptoms associated with this particular illness.

   When a person or animal is said to be "measled," it implies that they are likely experiencing the discomfort and health complications that typically accompany an active measles infection. The disease itself is caused by the paramyxovirus, usually transmitted through respiratory droplets or direct contact with infected bodily fluids. Once infected, the virus rapidly replicates within the body, leading to the characteristic rash and other symptoms associated with the condition.

   In a figurative sense, "measled" can also be used to describe someone who appears sickly, weak, or generally unwell. This metaphorical usage suggests a visual similarity between the physical manifestation of the symptoms of measles and the overall appearance or demeanor of the person being referred to. However, it is important to note that this connotation may be subjective and open to interpretation, as it relies on the perception of the observer.

2. Infected or spotted with measles.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Common Misspellings for MEASLED

• mesled
• misled
• maslet
• Mazled
• Masaled
• neasled
• keasled
• jeasled
• mwasled
• msasled
• mdasled
• mrasled
• m4asled
• m3asled
• mezsled
• messled
• mewsled
• meqsled
• meaaled
• meazled

Etymology of MEASLED

The word "measled" originates from the noun "measles". The term "measles" can be traced back to the Middle Dutch word "masel" or "maselen", which referred to a spotted or pustular skin disease. In Old English, it was known as "mesele" or "mysele". The term "measles" and its related adjective form "measled" have been used to describe various diseases characterized by rashes or spots, including the viral infection known as measles. In a broader sense, "measled" can also describe something that is marked by spots or specks.