Synonyms of varicose

varicose

adjective

ˈver-ə-ˌkōs 

variants also varicosed

as in swollen

enlarged beyond normal from internal pressure

varicose blood vessels

Synonyms & Similar Words

• swollen
• distended
• blown
• turgid
• tumescent
• puffed
• bloated
• tumid
• bulging
• overinflated
• expanded
• dilated
• protuberant
• blown up
• ballooning
• ventricose
• ballooned
• dilating
• turgescent

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• collapsed
• deflated
• detumescent

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of varicose

After all, they’re often marketed as a solution for swelling, soreness, and poor circulation—as well as a preventative measure for blood clots and visible varicose and spider veins. — Sara Coughlin, SELF, 6 Nov. 2024

Physicians can prescribe specific levels of compression to treat certain conditions such as varicose veins, spider veins or poor circulation. — Grace Wu, Good Housekeeping, 10 Oct. 2022

Her pregnancies also gave her a varicose vein that runs down her right knee and a smaller one on her left side. — Los Angeles Times, 4 Aug. 2022

Studies have shown that sulphurous mineral water can have promising therapeutic benefits, particularly in people with circulation difficulties ranging from varicose veins to stroke. — Doctor Fix-It, The Denver Post, 14 July 2020