colic
0 antonyms and opposites of colic, grouped by meaning.
Noun — Severe, cramping pain in the abdomen, often linked to the digestive system.
How to use colic
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From French colique, ultimately from Greek kolikos, "suffering in the colon".
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What does “colic” mean?
The word “colic” means severe, cramping pain in the abdomen, often linked to the digestive system. In plain terms, painful stomach cramping — in babies, it means unexplained bouts of crying.
How do you pronounce “colic”?
“Colic” is pronounced KOL-ihk (/ˈkɒl.ɪk/ in IPA).
How do you use “colic” in a sentence?
Here is “colic” used in a sentence: “The horse was doubled over with colic and needed a vet urgently.”
What part of speech is “colic”?
“Colic” is a noun.
Where does the word “colic” come from?
The word “colic” comes from French. From French colique, ultimately from Greek kolikos, "suffering in the colon".
How many meanings does “colic” have?
“Colic” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: severe, cramping pain in the abdomen, often linked to the digestive system.