Synonyms of menstruation

menstruation

noun

ˌmen(t)-strü-ˈwā-shən 

as in period

an occurrence of menstruating

a first menstruation can be somewhat scary for girls who are unprepared

Synonyms & Similar Words

• period
• menses
• monthlies

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of menstruation

Current phase-specific guidance points to iron-rich foods during menstruation to replace losses, lighter liver-supporting foods in the follicular phase, anti-inflammatory foods in the luteal phase and magnesium and B6 in the late luteal phase for PMS support. — Allison Palmer updated June 13, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 June 2026

The luteal phase covers days 15 through 28, when progesterone dominates, appetite climbs, energy drops and PMS symptoms peak in the days before menstruation. — Allison Palmer updated June 13, Sacbee.com, 13 June 2026

Once testing confirmed a viable path forward, Kenny had to reduce his testosterone dosage to a quarter of its usual amount and stop taking the blocker that had prevented both menstruation and pregnancy. — Tereza Shkurtaj, PEOPLE, 6 June 2026

Iron Deficiency With menstruation, the body loses blood and iron, increasing the risk of iron deficiency. — Angela Ryan Lee, Verywell Health, 4 June 2026