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TUMEFY Synonyms

There are 4 synonyms of the word tumefy. (exact relations)
There are 2 hypernyms of the word tumefy. (close relations)
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Best Alternative Words for TUMEFY

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intumesce
verbv
verb

• move upwards in bubbles, as from the effect of heating; also used metaphorically

• expand abnormally

swell
verb, adjectivev, adj
noun

• the undulating movement of the surface of the open sea

• a rounded elevation (especially one on an ocean floor)

• a crescendo followed by a decrescendo

• a man who is much concerned with his dress and appearance

adjective satellite

• excellent

verb

• increase in size, magnitude, number, or intensity

• become filled with pride, arrogance, or anger

• expand abnormally

• come up (as of feelings and thoughts, or other ephemeral things)

• come up, as of a liquid

• cause to become swollen

tumesce
verbv
verb

• expand abnormally

swell up
verbv
verb

• expand abnormally

Best Hypernyms For TUMEFY

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

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