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obstipation vs irregularity

irregularity vs obstipation

obstipation and irregularity both are nouns.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
obstipation Yes No No No
irregularity Yes No No No
As nouns, irregularity is a hypernym of obstipation; that is, irregularity is a word with a broader meaning than obstipation:
  • obstipation: severe constipation resulting from an obstruction in the intestines
  • irregularity: irregular and infrequent or difficult evacuation of the bowels; can be a symptom of intestinal obstruction or diverticulitis
Other hypernyms of obstipation include constipation.
obstipation (noun) irregularity (noun)
severe constipation resulting from an obstruction in the intestines behavior that breaches the rule or etiquette or custom or morality
not characterized by a fixed principle or rate; at irregular intervals
an irregular asymmetry in shape; an irregular spatial pattern
irregular and infrequent or difficult evacuation of the bowels; can be a symptom of intestinal obstruction or diverticulitis
Difference between obstipation and irregularity

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