menorrhea

/mɛnɔˈriːə/

Definitions

1. noun

abnormal uterine bleeding, especially in women who have not reached menopause, and particularly in the absence of a known cause such as pregnancy, menstruation, or a medical condition.

“The doctor diagnosed her with menorrhea, which caused her to experience irregular and heavy periods.”

Synonyms

  • menorrhagia
  • metrorrhagia

Antonyms

  • amenorrhea