This is the 3913th most frequent Korean word.
염증
"Inflammation" or "displeasure/aversion" depending on the context.
염증 is used in a medical context to refer to physical inflammation in the body.
그는 목에 염증이 생겨 병원에 갔다.
He went to the hospital because of inflammation in his throat.
염증 is used metaphorically to describe emotional irritation or displeasure.
그녀는 회사에서 반복되는 문제들에 대해 염증을 느꼈다.
She felt irritation regarding the recurring issues at work.
염증 is again used medically to describe inflammations that appear due to a weakened immune system.