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

But Pauley was, in fact, responsible for changing the way pregnancy and motherhood in the workplace were viewed. — Gillian Telling, PEOPLE, 3 Nov. 2026

Sode noted the contrast with men, who on announcing a partner’s pregnancy simply receive congratulations and a nudge to work harder. — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 2 Nov. 2026

Tylenol's legal troubles In acquiring Kenvue, Kimberly-Clark also inherits legal and reputational risks over Tylenol, which has faced litigation and controversy over allegations concerning its use during pregnancy. — Natasha Abellard, CNBC, 2 Nov. 2026

Gladys’s pregnancy has moved into terrifying 1880s childbirth. — Alice Burton, Vulture, 2 Nov. 2026