meteorism

/ˌmɛtɪˈɒrɪzəm/

Definitions

1. noun

the condition of having a distended abdomen, typically as a result of excessive gas in the digestive system

“The patient’s meteorism worsened after eating the beans.”

Synonyms

  • bloating
  • distension

Antonyms

  • deflation
  • flatulence