menopause
2 synonyms and 1 antonyms for menopause, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The stage of a woman's life when her periods become irregular and eventually stop, usually accompanied by hormonal symptoms such as hot flushes.
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How to use menopause
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Etymology
From French ménopause, built from Greek mēn ("month") and pausis ("pause, stopping") — literally "the stopping of the months."
Full origin of menopause →Frequently asked questions
What does “menopause” mean?
The word “menopause” means the stage of a woman's life when her periods become irregular and eventually stop, usually accompanied by hormonal symptoms such as hot flushes. In plain terms, the natural end of menstruation and fertility in women, usually in midlife.
How do you pronounce “menopause”?
“Menopause” is pronounced MEH-nuh-pawz (/ˈmɛnəpɔːz/ in IPA).
How do you use “menopause” in a sentence?
Here is “menopause” used in a sentence: “Many women go through menopause in their late forties or fifties.”
What is another word for “menopause”?
Words with a similar meaning to “menopause” include estropause and femopause.
What is the opposite of “menopause”?
The opposite of “menopause” — its antonyms — is menarche.
What part of speech is “menopause”?
“Menopause” is a noun.
Where does the word “menopause” come from?
The word “menopause” comes from French. From French ménopause, built from Greek mēn ("month") and pausis ("pause, stopping") — literally "the stopping of the months.".
Is “menopause” a common word?
“Menopause” is an uncommon word in modern English.