Ail and Soundness

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Ail noun - An abnormal state that disrupts a plant's or animal's normal bodily functioning.

Usage example: half of the staff is out sick with the usual wintertime ails

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Soundness is an antonym for ail.

Nearby Word: ailed

Soundness noun - The ability to withstand force or stress without being distorted, dislodged, or damaged.

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Ail is an antonym for soundness.

Nearby Words: sound, soundly

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