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thyroid Synonyms

Another word for thyroid

Choosing another word for thyroid depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A large butterfly-shaped endocrine gland in the front of the neck that secretes hormones regulating growth, development, and metabolic rate.

Usage Example

"The endocrinologist ordered a blood test to check if her thyroid gland was functioning properly."

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thyroid gland

• adjective (Context 2)

Relating to or denoting the thyroid gland or the main cartilage of the larynx.

Usage Example

"The patient was prescribed daily medication to regulate her thyroidal hormone levels."

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thyroidal

• noun (Context 3)

The largest cartilage of the larynx, which forms the prominence known as the Adam's apple in the front of the neck.

Usage Example

"During the anatomy lecture, the professor pointed out how the vocal cords attach inside the thyroid cartilage."

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thyroid cartilage

• Nearby Words

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ti plant

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