abscess
The word “abscess” has 2 syllables: ab-scess
It's pronounced as /ˈæb.ses/
What is synonym and antonym for abscess?
In the thesaurus, “abscess” has 5 synonyms and 5 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for abscess along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for abscess
- boil
- infection
- lump
- pustule
- swelling
Antonyms for abscess
- healing
- health
- normal tissue
- recovery
- wellness
Meanings of abscess
- noun
- A cavity caused by tissue destruction, usually because of infection, filled with pus and surrounded by inflamed tissue.
- verb
- To form a pus-filled, cavity typically from an infection.
Example Sentences
- The doctor treated the painful abscess on his arm.
- An untreated abscess can lead to serious infection.
- The dentist drained the abscess near the patient’s tooth.
- Symptoms of an abscess include swelling, redness, and tenderness.
- She was prescribed antibiotics to help heal the abscess.
On this page you'll find 10 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to abscess, such as: boil, healing, health, infection, lump, normal tissue, pustule.
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