bulgier

/ˈbʌldʒɪər/

Definitions

1. adjective

more swollen or distended, especially with gas or liquid

“The patient’s abdomen became bulgier as the hours passed.”

2. noun

a swollen or distended part, especially of the body

“The doctor examined the bulgier part of the patient’s side.”

Synonyms

  • distended
  • puffy
  • swollen

Antonyms

  • condensed
  • deflated
  • shrunk