dialysis

[dahy-al-uh-sis] / daɪˈæl ə sɪs /

NOUN

separation

Synonyms

STRONGEST

departure disengagement dissolution divorce estrangement partition segregation split

STRONG

break detachment disconnection disjunction dissociation disunion division divorcement embarkation farewell gap parting rift rupture severance

WEAK

dedomiciling disrelation leave-taking parting of the ways pffft split-up

Antonyms

STRONGEST

connection juncture marriage union

STRONG

agreement association attachment closing closure combination greeting hello

WEAK

togetherness

Example Sentences

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There is no treatment; doctors can offer only supportive care, such as hydration, artificial respiration or dialysis.

From Salon • May 9, 2026

The kidney dialysis company topped first-quarter earnings and revenue estimates while also hiking full-year guidance.

From Barron's • May 6, 2026

These worries are especially pronounced in hospitals, where critical medical supplies like syringes, gloves and dialysis equipment are made with the substance.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

The dialysis chain operator’s India-based cost advantage enables competitive pricing while maintaining quality standards.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

Her kidneys shrank to the size of raisins, and although I wanted what was best for her, I naturally assumed the vet was joking when he suggested dialysis.

From "Me Talk Pretty One Day" by David Sedaris

dialysis

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