ascigerous

/æsɪˈdʒɛrəs/

Definitions

1. adjective

Producing or causing ascites; characterized by or causing abdominal dropsy.

“The patient’s ascigerous condition required immediate medical attention.”

2. noun

A disease or condition characterized by ascites.

“The doctor diagnosed the patient with a severe case of ascigerous disease.”

Synonyms

  • abdominal dropsy
  • ascitic

Antonyms

  • ascites-free
  • healthy