word
Medical
Diverticulitis
dy-ver-tik-yoo-LY-tis
/ˌdaɪvɜːrtɪkjʊˈlaɪtɪs/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
Diverticulitis
Dictionary meaning
Inflammation of small pouches that form in the walls of the colon.
Examples
- Diverticulitis causes severe abdominal pain, especially on the lower left side.
Pronunciation tips
Six syllables. Stress on fifth syllable.
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