Synonyms of dilatation

dilatation

noun

as in swelling

Related Words

• swelling
• knob
• puff
• dome
• blob
• bump
• nub
• knot
• hump
• gibbosity
• obtrusion
• protrusion
• enlargement
• snag
• section
• convexity
• protuberance
• knurl
• portion
• projection
• lump
• bulge
• swell
• expansion
• increase
• overhang
• escalation
• block
• piece
• jut
• bunch
• hill
• mound

Dissimilar Words

• cavity
• depression
• pit
• recess
• hole
• hollow
• indentation
• well
• dent
• basin
• crater
• valley
• indenture
• bowl
• concave
• concavity
• dint
• dip
• impression
• groove
• indent
• trough
• pocket
• trench
• furrow
• notch
• dimple
• gouge

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of dilatation

Bloat or gastric dilatation-volvulus most commonly affects a few large breeds with deep chests and German Shepherds are among those most affected. — Dr. John De Jong, Boston Herald, 21 Sep. 2025

These cells cause vascular dilatation, resulting in crimson skin tone that is associated with niacin usage. — Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 11 Oct. 2022

Elevated feeders were once recommended as a way to prevent gastric dilatation and volvulus (GDV), also known as bloat, a life-threatening condition that’s most prevalent in large and deep-chested breeds. — Lindsay Pevny, Popular Mechanics, 24 June 2022

The couple’s veterinarian later confirmed that Gus died from a stomach bloat, also known as gastric dilatation-volvulus (GDV). — Timothy Bella, Washington Post, 16 June 2022

Overdrinking or drinking too rapidly may cause bloat, a term used to describe gastric dilatation-volvulus. — Bayliss Wagner, USA TODAY, 12 Aug. 2021

In Arkansas, dilatation and evacuation was the only method used to end pregnancies after 12 weeks, according to the Arkansas Department of Health. — Neal Earley, Arkansas Online, 23 Dec. 2020