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Diarrhoea

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

Definition

Diarrhoea is a medical condition that causes frequent, loose, and watery bowel movements.

Synonyms & similar words

diarrhea looseness loosenessofthebowels looseness flux dysentery gastritis gastroenteritis enteritis colitis turista

Example sentences

  1. He had diarrhoea after eating a bad sandwich.
  2. She missed school because she had diarrhoea.
  3. The doctor prescribed medication to stop his diarrhoea.
  4. He had to run to the bathroom because of his diarrhoea.
  5. She felt weak and dehydrated because of her diarrhoea.

Quotes

  • If you're losing weight because you're having diarrhoea all the time, you're not really losing weight because your body's absorbing all the calories and nutrients. - Michael Greger
  • I had a terrible bout of diarrhoea, and my mother always said that tea was the best thing for it. - Sophie Kinsella
  • I have a pathological fear of diarrhoea. - Jon Ronson

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