Synonyms of pregnancy

pregnancy

noun

ˈpreg-nən(t)-sē 

as in gestation

the state of containing unborn young within the body

an elephant's pregnancy can last almost two years

Synonyms & Similar Words

• gestation
• breeding
• spawning
• gravidity
• family way
• conception
• procreation
• generation
• siring
• begetting

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• infertility
• barrenness

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of pregnancy

During her pregnancy, Katie recreated the cover of her mom’s iconic 1990 workout video, Pregnancy Plus Workout. — Emma Banks, PEOPLE, 29 Sep. 2026

However, Hathaway’s doctor ordered her not to eat spicy wings amid her pregnancy. — Zack Sharf, Variety, 28 Sep. 2026

The menu runs from straightforward deep-tissue massage to red-light therapy and cryotherapy, with pregnancy-safe options as well. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Sep. 2026

Hormonal conditions Many women may notice hair loss with changes in hormones such as during pregnancy, menopause or even after starting or stopping birth control pills. — Lindsey Bever, Washington Post, 26 Sep. 2026