Synonyms for

Abortions

Verb / ʌˈbɔ:rʃʌnz / Another word for abortions — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Abortions refer to the ending of a pregnancy by removing the developing fetus or embryo from the uterus.

Synonyms & similar words

miscarriage abortion termination miscarriage evacuation interruption cessation stoppage ending conclusion halting stopping feticide embryocide euthanasia extirpation eradication annihilation extermination

Synonyms by register

Formal

termination interruption cessation

Informal

ending it stopping it calling it off

Literary

unmaking undoing

Antonyms

continuation birth creation commencement gestation development

Common collocations

  • induced abortion
  • spontaneous abortion
  • legal abortion
  • illegal abortion
  • elective abortion
  • medical abortion
  • surgical abortion
  • late-term abortion

Word family

noun abortion
verb abort
adjective abortive

Usage note

The word 'abortions' refers to the termination of a pregnancy. It is a sensitive topic and often carries strong connotations.

Example sentences

  1. She was very upset after having an abortion.
  2. Abortions are a very controversial topic.
  3. Some people believe that abortion should be illegal.
  4. Abortion is a medical procedure that requires a doctor.
  5. Women have the right to choose whether or not to have an abortion.

Quotes

  • Abortion is a profound loss - a loss of potential and a loss of what could have been.
  • No woman wants an abortion, and it is not a birth control substitute.
  • The right to life is the first among human rights. To abort a child is to kill someone who cannot defend himself.

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