alopecia

əˈlɒpsɪə

Definitions

1. noun

a medical condition characterized by hair loss, particularly on the scalp, but it can also occur on the beard, eyebrows, or other parts of the body.

“She has been diagnosed with alopecia, which has led to her complete hair loss.”

Synonyms

  • baldness
  • hair loss

Antonyms

  • hair growth
  • hirsutism