PMS

noun

ˌpē-(ˌ)em-ˈes 

: premenstrual syndrome

Examples of PMS in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

From the dramatic adolescent to the unpredictable PMS-ing woman to the irritable menopausal crone, unattractive stereotypes of women ruled by their hormones abound. — Patricia Bencivenga, STAT, 26 Mar. 2026

That includes women in perimenopause, women dealing with PMS or cycle irregularities, and anyone whose stress levels are clearly impacting their sleep, mood, or energy. — Rita Templeton, Flow Space, 30 Mar. 2026

Desperate to soothe symptoms caused by unbalanced hormones, women are turning to a TikTok trend that recommends combining allergy medication and antacids to treat conditions like PMS or menopause. — Theara Coleman, TheWeek, 1 July 2026

Eating guidance for cycle syncing focuses on iron during menstruation, lighter foods in the follicular phase, anti-inflammatory choices in the luteal phase and magnesium and B6 in the late luteal stretch for PMS support. — Allison Palmer updated June 13, Sacbee.com, 13 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1976, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

PMS

noun

ˌpē-ˌem-ˈes 

: premenstrual syndrome

Medical Definition

PMS

noun

ˌpē-(ˌ)em-ˈes 

: premenstrual syndrome