Synonyms for

Diarrhea

Verb / ˌdaɪɜ:ˈi:ʌ / Another word for diarrhea — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Diarrhea is a condition where a person has loose, watery bowel movements more frequently than normal.

Synonyms & similar words

loosenessofthebowels diarrhoea looseness dysentery cholera colitis enteritis gastritis

Synonyms by register

Formal

gastroenteritis dysentery colitis

Informal

the runs trots stomach bug loose bowels

Literary

flux bowel upset

Antonyms

constipation obstipation regularity firmness solidity

Common collocations

  • severe diarrhea
  • acute diarrhea
  • chronic diarrhea
  • watery diarrhea
  • diarrhea outbreak
  • traveler's diarrhea
  • diarrhea treatment

Word family

noun diarrhea
adjective diarrheal

Usage note

Diarrhea is a common medical term. While informal terms exist, use 'diarrhea' in most contexts unless aiming for extreme casualness.

Example sentences

  1. I had to stay home from school because I had diarrhea.
  2. The doctor gave me medicine to help with my diarrhea.
  3. Eating too much junk food can give you diarrhea.
  4. I felt better after drinking lots of water to help with my diarrhea.
  5. I had to use the bathroom a lot because of my diarrhea.

Quotes

  • I have a really bad case of diarrhea. - Unknown
  • I have diarrhea of the mouth. Sometimes I can't help it. - Madonna
  • I always feel like diarrhea is a bad karma punishment for something I did. - Unknown

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