laxative in Greek

laxative in Greek is καθαρτικός, υπακτικός, καθαρτικό — laxative means a substance, food, or medicine that stimulates bowel movement.

laxative in Greek

καθαρτικός

adj

Pronounced: kathartikos

Having the effect of moving the bowels, or aiding digestion and preventing constipation.

υπακτικός

adj

Pronounced: ypaktikos

Having the effect of moving the bowels, or aiding digestion and preventing constipation.

καθαρτικό

noun

Pronounced: kathartiko

Any substance, such as a food or in the form of a medicine which has a laxative effect.

υπακτικό

noun

Pronounced: ypaktiko

Any substance, such as a food or in the form of a medicine which has a laxative effect.

What does "laxative" mean?

noun A substance, food, or medicine that stimulates bowel movement.
"The doctor recommended a mild laxative for his constipation."
adj Having the effect of easing bowel movement.
"Prunes are known for their laxative effect."

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Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

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C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

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laxative in a sentence

The doctor recommended a mild laxative for his constipation.
According to a recent article in the Wall Street Journal, the US is having a love affair with laxatives; Americans of all ages are ingesting so much of the stuff that there are now shortages nationwide.
Prunes are known for their laxative effect.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "laxative" in Greek?

"laxative" in Greek is καθαρτικός, υπακτικός, καθαρτικό. laxative means: A substance, food, or medicine that stimulates bowel movement.

How do you pronounce καθαρτικός?

"laxative" in Greek is καθαρτικός, pronounced "kathartikos".

How do you use "laxative" in a sentence?

Example: "The doctor recommended a mild laxative for his constipation." In Greek, "laxative" is καθαρτικός, υπακτικός, καθαρτικό.

Are there other ways to say "laxative" in Greek?

Yes — Greek has 4 translations listed for "laxative": καθαρτικός, υπακτικός, καθαρτικό, υπακτικό.

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