lividity
7 synonyms for lividity, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The state of being livid, especially a bluish or purplish discolouration of the skin.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
From Latin lividitas, from lividus, "livid" — see livid.
Full origin of lividity →Frequently asked questions
What does “lividity” mean?
The word “lividity” means the state of being livid, especially a bluish or purplish discolouration of the skin. In plain terms, a bluish-purple discolouration of the skin, often mentioned in forensic or medical contexts.
How do you use “lividity” in a sentence?
Here is “lividity” used in a sentence: “The pathologist noted the lividity pattern on the body.”
What is another word for “lividity”?
Words with a similar meaning to “lividity” include lividness.
What part of speech is “lividity”?
“Lividity” is a noun.
Where does the word “lividity” come from?
The word “lividity” comes from Latin. From Latin lividitas, from lividus, "livid" — see livid.
