Morbid
/ˈmɔːr.bɪd/noun
Relating to the phenomena of disease or unhealthy conditions.
Did you know?The term 'morbid' derives from Latin, where it was used to describe not just disease, but also the fascination with death — a theme deeply rooted in human consciousness.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
morbidus
“Pertaining to or resulting from disease.”
Old French
Old French
morbid
“Sickly or unhealthy.”
14th Century
Middle English
morbid
“Of or relating to disease; sickly.”
Modern English
English
morbid
“Concerning an abnormal and unhealthy interest in disturbing subjects, especially death.”