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NECROSIS Synonyms

There are 3 synonyms of the word necrosis. (exact relations)
There is 1 hypernym of the word necrosis. (close relations)
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necrosing

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gangrene
nounn
noun

• necrotic tissue; a mortified or gangrenous part or mass

• the localized death of living cells (as from infection or the interruption of blood supply)

verb

• undergo necrosis

mortification
nounn
noun

• strong feelings of embarrassment

• the localized death of living cells (as from infection or the interruption of blood supply)

• an instance in which you are caused to lose your prestige or self-respect

• (Christianity) the act of mortifying the lusts of the flesh by self-denial and privation (especially by bodily pain or discomfort inflicted on yourself)

sphacelus
nounn
noun

• necrotic tissue; a mortified or gangrenous part or mass

• the localized death of living cells (as from infection or the interruption of blood supply)

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Here is a list of related hypernyms for necrosis, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
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death

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