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epidural Synonyms

Another word for epidural

Choosing another word for epidural depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A regional anesthetic or analgesic injection administered into the epidural space of the spine to block pain in the lower body, especially during childbirth or surgery.

Usage Example

"She requested an epidural block during labor to help manage the pain of the contractions."

Strongest
epidural block

• adjective (Context 2)

Situated upon, outside, or superficial to the dura mater, the tough outermost membrane surrounding the brain and spinal cord.

Usage Example

"The anesthesiologist carefully inserted a thin catheter into the patient's extradural space."

Strongest
extradural
peridural

Opposites of epidural

The opposite of epidural shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

subdural
intrathecal
See all opposites of epidural

• Nearby Words

epidemic
epidendrum
epidermis
epidural
epigaea
epilator
epilepsy

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Epidural. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/epidural
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