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DISTENDED Synonyms

There are 7 synonyms of the word distended. (exact relations)
There are 7 hypernyms of the word distended. (close relations)
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Best Alternative Words for DISTENDED

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bloated
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• abnormally distended especially by fluids or gas

enlarged
verb, adjectivev, adj
adjective

• (of an organ or body part) excessively enlarged as a result of increased size in the constituent cells

adjective satellite

• as of a photograph; made larger

• larger than normal

• enlarged to an abnormal degree

expanded
verb, adverb, adjectivev, adv, adj
adjective

• increased in extent or size or bulk or scope

inflated
verb, adjectivev, adj
adjective satellite

• enlarged beyond truth or reasonableness

• pretentious (especially with regard to language or ideals)

swollen
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• characteristic of false pride; having an exaggerated sense of self-importance

• abnormally distended especially by fluids or gas

tumescent
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• abnormally distended especially by fluids or gas

dilate
verbv
verb

• become wider

• add details, as to an account or idea; clarify the meaning of and discourse in a learned way, usually in writing

Best Hypernyms For DISTENDED

Here is a list of related hypernyms for distended, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (6)
bloat intumesce swell tumefy tumesce widen
Phrases (1)
swell up
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