premenstrual

adjective

pre·​men·​stru·​al (ˌ)prē-ˈmen(t)-strə-wəl 

-strəl

: of, relating to, occurring in, or being the period just preceding menstruation

premenstrual tension

premenstrual symptoms

premenstrually adverb

Examples of premenstrual in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

In early 2023, Liana Shatova began taking low doses of an antidepressant to ease symptoms of a premenstrual disorder marked by mood swings, anxiety and depression. — David Cox, NBC news, 30 Nov. 2025

If pregnancy doesn’t occur, levels fall, which can lead to premenstrual symptoms such as mood swings or fatigue. — New Atlas, 8 Mar. 2025

If possible, seek out providers who are well-informed and experienced in diagnosing and treating premenstrual disorders. — Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 27 Nov. 2024

What’s more, there is plenty of actual research confirming ginger shot benefits, like premenstrual pain relief and helping to reduce nausea, which actual dietitians can speak to (more on that below). — Danielle Sinay, Glamour, 30 July 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1864, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing premenstrual

• premenstrual dysphoric disorder
• premenstrual syndrome
• premenstrual tension

Rhymes for premenstrual

• menstrual

Kids Definition

premenstrual

adjective

pre·​men·​stru·​al (ˈ)prē-ˈmen(t)-strə-wəl 

: of, relating to, occurring in, or being the time period just preceding menstruation

premenstrual symptoms

Medical Definition

premenstrual

adjective

pre·​men·​stru·​al ˌprē-ˈmen(t)-strə(-wə)l 

: of, relating to, occurring in, or being in the period just preceding menstruation

premenstrual women

premenstrually

-ē 

adverb