1. the formation of pustules or small pus-filled bumps on the skin
Usage: medical
2. pustules collectively; an outbreak of pustules
Usage: medical

Examples

• The doctor examined the pustulations on the patient’s arm.
• Severe acne can lead to painful pustulations across the face.
• The infection caused widespread pustulations that required antibiotic treatment.
• Pustulations appeared after the allergic reaction to the medication.
• The dermatologist noted the pustulations were consistent with a bacterial skin infection.
• Treatment helped reduce the pustulations within a few days.