Definition of papulenext
as in blister
a small, inflamed swelling of the skin the reddish, itchy papules that are characteristic of the rash

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Recent Examples of papule May Be Useful in Acne Treatment People with acne often have lowered serum zinc levels, and both oral and topical zinc have been found to reduce the prevalence of inflammatory papules, both when used as monotherapy and as a supplemental therapy.5 4. Jamie Johnson, Verywell Health, 6 Jan. 2026 In fact, one of the most common triggers of rosacea, which is characterized by flushing, swelling, spider veins, papules, and pustules, is exposure to sunlight. Sherri Gordon, Health, 15 Sep. 2025 Typically appears as a cluster of small red bumps or papules and can be itchy. Leslie Baumann, Miami Herald, 14 Aug. 2025
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Noun
  • That way, you aren’t left trying to break in a new pair of sandals while commuting, exploring a new city, or simply trying to walk from your car to the coffee shop without getting a fresh blister.
    Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 26 Mar. 2026
  • If the starting pitching stays healthy – and Greene’s surgery and Nick Lodolo’s and Brady Singer’s blister problems are early red flags – the Reds will be intriguing.
    Ken Rosenthal, New York Times, 25 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • Spoiler alert: The monster is definitely real, a lion-bear hybrid covered in disgusting bloody pustules.
    Katie Rife, Entertainment Weekly, 28 Oct. 2025
  • In fact, one of the most common triggers of rosacea, which is characterized by flushing, swelling, spider veins, papules, and pustules, is exposure to sunlight.
    Sherri Gordon, Health, 15 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Never fret over a breakout again with these highly effective pimple patches.
    BestReviews, Mercury News, 30 Mar. 2026
  • In the rearview mirror, my reflection was dotted with fat, angry pimples, sweating and growing more aggressive in their itch.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 27 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • Bring to a boil, cover, and transfer pot to oven.
    Jenny Rosenstrach, Bon Appetit Magazine, 2 Apr. 2026
  • Bring to a boil, then simmer the lentils loosely covered for 40 minutes.
    Trisha Pasricha, CNBC, 2 Apr. 2026

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“Papule.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/papule. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.

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