Synonyms for

Ovarian

Verb / əʊˈveˌri:ʌn / Another word for ovarian — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

related to or affecting the ovaries

Synonyms & similar words

ovary-related ovariole ovaritic ovarious ovarianal ovaric ovariduct ovariform ovaritis ovaroplasty ovarotomy ovariousness ovariotomist ovaritubal ovarosalpingectomy ovarosalpingitis ovary-holding ovariohysterectomy ovarioleucocyte ovarioleucocytosis

Synonyms by register

Formal

ovarian gonadal

Antonyms

testicular male androgenic masculine spermatic

Common collocations

  • ovarian cancer
  • ovarian cyst
  • ovarian follicle
  • ovarian reserve
  • ovarian hormones
  • ovarian tissue
  • ovarian failure
  • ovarian stimulation

Word family

noun ovary

Usage note

Ovarian is primarily a medical and biological term. It refers specifically to the ovaries, which are female reproductive organs. Antonyms are typically related to male reproductive organs.

Example sentences

  1. She went to the doctor for an ovarian cancer screening.
  2. The ovarian follicle releases eggs for fertilization.
  3. The ovarian hormone helps regulate the menstrual cycle.
  4. The surgery was necessary to remove the ovarian cyst.
  5. Ovarian cancer is a serious disease that affects many women.

Quotes

  • I had a cyst in my left ovary, and I had to have my right ovary and fallopian tube taken out because of a cyst there, too.
  • I had a cyst on my right ovary that was the size of a grapefruit.
  • My mother had ovarian cancer.

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