English word encephalitis comes from English encephal-, English -itis
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| encephal- | English (eng) | |
| -itis | English (eng) | (humorous) Used to form the names of various fictitious afflictions or diseases.. (pathology) Suffix denoting diseases characterized by inflammation, itself often caused by an infection. |
| encephalitis | English (eng) | (pathology) Inflammation of the brain. |