hypothyroidism
2 synonyms and 1 antonym for hypothyroidism, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A disease caused by the thyroid gland not producing enough thyroid hormone.
Synonyms
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underactive thyroid
low thyroid
Antonyms
How to use hypothyroidism
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
diagnosed with hypothyroidism
treat hypothyroidism
hypothyroidism symptoms
underactive thyroid
Hypothyroidism is a clinical term used in medicine.
Etymology
Hypothyroidism was coined in English in the early nineteen hundreds from the prefix hypo-, meaning under, the noun thyroid, and the suffix -ism, which names a condition.
Full origin of hypothyroidism →Frequently asked questions
What is hypothyroidism?
Hypothyroidism is a condition in which the thyroid gland does not make enough thyroid hormone.
What is another name for hypothyroidism?
It is also called an underactive thyroid or low thyroid.
What is the opposite of hypothyroidism?
The opposite condition is hyperthyroidism, where the thyroid produces too much hormone.
