abortion

The word “abortion” has 3 syllables: a-bor-tion

It's pronounced as /əˈbɔːr.ʃən/

What is synonym and antonym for abortion?

In the thesaurus, “abortion” has 7 synonyms and 2 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for abortion along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for abortion

Antonyms for abortion

beginning
continuation

Meanings of abortion

noun
1. The expulsion from the womb of a foetus or embryo before it is fully developed, with loss of the foetus; either naturally as a spontaneous abortion (now usually called a miscarriage), or deliberately as an induced abortion.
2. An aborted foetus; an abortus.
3. A misshapen person or thing; a monstrosity.
4. Failure or abandonment of a project, promise, goal etc.
5. Arrest of development of any organ, so that it remains an imperfect formation or is absorbed.
6. The cessation of an illness or disease at a very early stage.

Example Sentences

Abortion laws vary significantly from one country to another.
The debate over abortion rights continues to be a contentious issue in politics.
She made the difficult decision to undergo an abortion due to health concerns.
The clinic provides counseling services for women considering abortion.
The legislation aims to regulate access to abortion services while protecting women's rights.

On this page you'll find 9 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to abortion, such as: abandonment, abolition, beginning, cancelation, cancellation, continuation, failure.

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