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dyspepsia
/dɪsˈpɛp.si.ə/
noun 2
Collocations
5ADJ.
chronic, common
VERB + DYSPEPSIA
cause, experiencing
DYSPEPSIA + NOUN
follies, urticaria, word
PREP.
about, except, from
ADV.
such
Definitions
noun
1
Any mild disorder of digestion characterised by stomach pain, discomfort, heartburn, and nausea, often following a meal.
He divides dyspepsias into accidental, temporary (indigestions) and habitual.
It is not my strength of mind (exert it as I may) that will prevent me from experiencing dyspepsia, if such follies as these are exhibited before me.
2
Irritation or disgruntlement.
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Synonyms
noun — a disorder of digestive function characterized by discomfort
- indigestion
Antonyms
Idioms & Phrases
Example Bank
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He divides dyspepsias into accidental, temporary (indigestions) and habitual.
Wiktionary02
It is not my strength of mind (exert it as I may) that will prevent me from experiencing dyspepsia, if such follies as these are exhibited before me.
Wiktionary03
"And the cramps when my body - like a badly articulated skeleton - would all get twisted into one rigid tangle! But now, except some dyspepsia and urticaria of the palms, I am free from pain."
Wiktionary04
Dyspepsia is a common side effect of this medication.
Tatoeba · #1318417605
Tom went to see a doctor about his chronic dyspepsia.
Tatoeba · #1318417806
Dyspepsia is another word for indigestion.
Tatoeba · #13184179Usage Notes
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