Synonyms for

Distal

Verb / ˈdɪstʌl / Another word for distal — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Distal means situated away from the center of the body or from the point of attachment.

Synonyms & similar words

mesial proximal far remote distant outer away outlying peripheral external end terminal ultimate furthermost farthest last furthest remotest outmost bordering neighboring adjacent

Synonyms by register

Formal

terminal peripheral remote

Antonyms

proximal central medial nearest adjacent close

Common collocations

  • distal end
  • distal phalanx
  • distal tubule
  • distal part
  • distal extremity
  • distal segment

Word family

noun distal portion
adjective distal

Usage note

Primarily used in anatomy and medicine to describe a position farther from the center of the body or point of attachment. Its direct antonym is 'proximal'.

Example sentences

  1. The distal part of the tree had no leaves.
  2. The distal point of the pencil was sharp.
  3. The distal edge of the plate was chipped.
  4. The distal side of the river was calm.
  5. The distal part of the earth is where the sun rises.

Quotes

  • The distal end of the bone was broken and needed a cast. - Anonymous
  • The distal part of the tree was too high to reach. - Anonymous
  • The distal side of the pond was where the ducks swam. - Anonymous

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