What does ventricose mean?
Ventricose means distended; corpulent.
Ventricose
Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective
Meaning
distended; corpulent.
Definitions by Sense
- distended; corpulent
- (mycology) Broadest in the middle and tapering toward the ends
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Synonyms for ventricose
Antonyms for ventricose
Related Words
Word Forms
- more ventricose
- most ventricose
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for ventricose?
Common synonyms include protrusive, ventricous.
What is the opposite of ventricose?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use ventricose in a sentence?
Use ventricose where its definition matches the intended context.
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