GIBBOSITY Synonyms: 61 Similar and Opposite Words

gibbosity

noun

Definition of gibbosity

as in swelling

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Noun

For lipedema, Power Plate points to research suggesting whole-body vibration boosts lymphatic flow, which may liquefy and drain stubborn lymph fluid, relieve swelling and ease chronic pain.

— Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 14 July 2026
In rare cases, large amounts can cause throat swelling and difficulty breathing.

— Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 14 July 2026

Definition of swelling

Noun

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

Definition of dilatation

Noun

The National Weather Service said cool air from the north will push the heat dome, responsible for a heat wave that started midweek, south and west in the coming days, relieving some of the most extreme temperatures in the Northeast.

— Dennis Romero, NBC news, 5 July 2026
The East Coast is expected to soon feel some relief from the extreme temperatures as the heat dome shrinks, bringing chances of severe thunderstorms.

— Karissa Waddick, USA Today, 5 July 2026

Definition of dome

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Even if today’s flight had hit snags, China still has other reusable rockets waiting in the wings.

— Lee Billings, Scientific American, 10 July 2026
But the county ran into significant snags on its portion, including a costly and prolonged environmental impact study required for federal funding.

— Andres Viglucci, Miami Herald, 8 July 2026

Definition of snag

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Featuring a classic gold-tone knob and black handle, Le Creuset’s elevated tea kettle is now under $75 in the retiring olive color.

— Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 July 2026
In another edge over many EVs, analog switches manage some key controls, including a volume knob.

— Lawrence Ulrich, Robb Report, 15 July 2026

Definition of knob

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Their findings, some previously covered in Fortune, draw on a deep dataset spanning dozens of countries to confirm that ill-being is no longer hump-shaped in age — the young are now the most miserable cohort globally.

— Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 6 July 2026
In fact, while sand traps aren’t overabundant, elevation changes, natural grass humps and, yes, some sand does challenge you most every hole.

— Moira McCarthy, Boston Herald, 18 June 2026

Definition of hump

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