The condition, called pre-eclampsia, can be caught by monitoring the mother's blood pressure, but the method is not perfect. Researchers are working to develop a blood test that could be more accurate.
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Pre-eclampsia
Synonyms for "pre-eclampsia" (1 found)
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Closest matches (1)
Noun(1 words)
Choosing the right synonym
- Closest matches in this entry: preeclampsia.
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Synonym selection checklist
- Match the part of speech before comparing meanings.
- Check whether the synonym changes intensity, formality, or emotional tone.
- Read the replacement inside the full sentence, not just beside "pre-eclampsia".
- Prefer the clearest word over the most unusual word when writing for speed or comprehension.
When not to replace "pre-eclampsia"
Keep "pre-eclampsia" when the sentence already sounds natural, when a synonym would add unintended emphasis, or when readers need the most familiar wording. A synonym should clarify or sharpen the message, not simply make the sentence look more varied.
If two options seem close, choose the one that best matches the audience and purpose of the sentence.
Replacement workflow
1. Preserve meaning
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2. Tune tone
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3. Re-read context
Read the full sentence after the swap. Keep the synonym only when the sentence becomes clearer or more precise.
Review note: Synonym lists are ranked with lexical data and reviewed for practical writing value. Use the comparison notes, sentence evidence, and source labels together; a high-ranking synonym can still be wrong when the audience, register, or grammar changes.
Final fit check
After choosing a replacement for "pre-eclampsia", read the sentence once for meaning and once for rhythm. The best synonym should feel natural in the full sentence, not only accurate in a word list.
If the synonym makes the sentence slower, vaguer, or more dramatic than intended, keep "pre-eclampsia" or choose a simpler alternative from the closest-match group.
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Sample sentences
5 total sentences available.
Pre-eclampsia can develop suddenly, usually in the second half of a woman's pregnancy. The condition can lead to a more serious disease called eclampsia that can cause convulsions in pregnant women and result in death of both the mother and child. Researchers at Harvard University and Beth Deaconess Hospital in Boston have identified a marker or substance in the blood that appears to increase the risk of pre-eclampsia in women.
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Magnesium sulphate is a very inexpensive drug that's widely dispensed in the United States to women with pre-eclampsia.
Source: tatoeba (12286021)
More than a half-million women in developing countries die each year during childbirth. But a study shows an inexpensive drug could prevent a leading cause of those deaths. The conclusion is based on a study of 10,000 pregnant women. Up to eight percent of pregnant women around the world develop a condition called pre-eclampsia which is marked by high blood pressure and protein in the urine.
Source: tatoeba (12286040)
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Common questions
What are the closest synonyms for "pre-eclampsia"?
Closest matches include preeclampsia.
How should I check whether a synonym fits "pre-eclampsia"?
Compare the replacement against real sentence context. This entry includes sample sentences so you can check tone, grammar, and meaning before swapping words.