Synonyms for sepsis
- noun
Definitions
- n. 1
A serious medical condition in which the whole body is inflamed, causing injury to its own tissues and organs as a response to infection.
Imagine the sepsis of helpless loathing [Jimmy Connors] must have inspired in his opponents during his "great runs" at the US Open.
Forms
- Plural
- sepses
Popularity over time
| Word | 1850 → 2019 | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| sepsis | rising |
Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.
By length
- 9 letters
- septaemia