Synonyms for

Autopsy

Verb / ˈɔ:ˌtɑ:psi: / Another word for autopsy — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

An examination of a dead body to determine the cause of death.

Synonyms & similar words

pm postmortemexamination necropsy postmortem post-mortem examination necropsy dissection investigation inquest autopsia obduction PM postmortem post-mortem necropsia

Synonyms by register

Formal

necropsy post-mortem examination autopsical examination

Informal

post-mortem autopsy report

Common collocations

  • perform an autopsy
  • conduct an autopsy
  • order an autopsy
  • cause of death autopsy
  • forensic autopsy
  • medical autopsy
  • detailed autopsy

Word family

noun autopsy
verb autopsize

Usage note

Autopsy is a formal term for a post-mortem examination. While 'post-mortem' can be used informally, 'autopsy' is the standard term in medical and legal contexts.

Example sentences

  1. The autopsy revealed that the cause of death was a heart attack.
  2. The police ordered an autopsy to determine if foul play was involved in the death.
  3. The doctor performed an autopsy to learn more about the disease.
  4. The family requested an autopsy to get closure on their loved one's death.
  5. The autopsy report provided valuable information for the investigation.

Quotes

  • The autopsy is the gold standard for determining the cause of death in the medical world. - Michael Baden
  • The autopsy is essentially an objective, scientific search for the cause and manner of a person's death. - Michael Baden
  • I have seen many injuries in my time, but the autopsy table has taught me many things. - Michael Baden

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