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DIABETES

(noun)

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There is 1 meaning of the word Diabetes.

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Diabetes - as a noun

A polygenic disease characterized by abnormally high glucose levels in the blood; any of several metabolic disorders marked by excessive urination and persistent thirst

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
polygenic diseasepolygenic disorder
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"My grandfather has type 2 diabetes."
"She monitors her blood sugar levels regularly due to her diabetes."
"Insulin injections are often required to manage diabetes."
"My friend follows a strict diet to control her diabetes."
"Obesity is a major risk factor for developing diabetes."
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Word Game Points

Is DIABETES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, diabetes is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DIABETES has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

Is DIABETES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, diabetes is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DIABETES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is DIABETES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, diabetes is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DIABETES has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.

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