Synonyms for atheroma

Most common

plaque · atherosis

All synonyms

Noun

Definitions

1. n. 1

   An abnormal fatty deposit which develops within the walls of arteries.

Related words

Word family

atheromatic atheromatous atherosclerosis

Forms

Plural

atheromas → plaques, atheroses…

Example sentences

• plaque Tartar is a form of hardened dental plaque.

Popularity over time

Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.

By length

6 letters

plaque¹

9 letters

atherosis