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PRONUNCIATION OF UNDERACTIVE

underactive  [ˌʌndərˈæktɪv] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF UNDERACTIVE

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Underactive is an adjective.
The adjective is the word that accompanies the noun to determine or qualify it.

WHAT DOES UNDERACTIVE MEAN IN ENGLISH?

Definition of underactive in the English dictionary

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WORDS THAT RHYME WITH UNDERACTIVE


active
ˈæktɪv
bioactive
ˌbaɪəʊˈæktɪv
counteractive
ˌkaʊntərˈæktɪv
electroactive
ɪˌlɛktrəʊˈæktɪv
hyperactive
ˌhaɪpərˈæktɪv
inactive
ɪnˈæktɪv
interactive
ˌɪntərˈæktɪv
noninteractive
ˌnɒnˌɪntərˈæktɪv
nonradioactive
ˌnɒnˌreɪdɪəʊˈæktɪv
nonreactive
ˌnɒnriːˈæktɪv
overactive
ˌəʊvərˈæktɪv
photoactive
ˌfəʊtəʊˈæktɪv
proactive
prəʊˈæktɪv
psychoactive
ˌsaɪkəʊˈæktɪv
radioactive
ˌreɪdɪəʊˈæktɪv
reactive
rɪˈæktɪv
retroactive
ˌrɛtrəʊˈæktɪv
superactive
ˌsuːpərˈæktɪv
unreactive
ˌʌnrɪˈæktɪv
vasoactive
ˌveɪzəʊˈæktɪv

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE UNDERACTIVE

under weigh
under-report
Under-Secretary of State
under-the-counter
under-the-table
underachieve
underachievement
underachiever
underact
underaction
underactivity
underactor
underage
underaged
underagent
underarm
underbade
underbake
underbear
underbearer

WORDS THAT END LIKE UNDERACTIVE

addictive
alternative
attractive
collective
constrictive
cost-effective
defective
destructive
detective
directive
distinctive
effective
objective
perspective
productive
prospective
protective
reflective
respective
selective
subjective

Synonyms and antonyms of underactive in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «underactive» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF UNDERACTIVE

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The translations of underactive from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «underactive» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

减退
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

hipoactiva
570 millions of speakers

English

underactive
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

underactive
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

الدرقية
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

пониженная
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

hipoatividade
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

কম
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

paresseuse
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Kurang aktif
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Unterfunktion
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

甲状腺
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

부진
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Kurang aktif
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

động kém
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

underactive
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

निष्क्रीय
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

az çalışan
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

poco attiva
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

niedoczynność
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

знижена
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

subactiva
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

υπολειτουργία
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

onderaktiewe
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

active
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

active
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of underactive

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «UNDERACTIVE»

The term «underactive» is normally little used and occupies the 111.121 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «UNDERACTIVE» OVER TIME

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Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about underactive

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10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «UNDERACTIVE»

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1
Running on Empty: Hypothyroidism, Introduction to an ...
It is estimated that around 1 in 14 Australians suffer with a thyroid condition.
Robyn Koumourou, 2004
2
The Best Darn Hypothyroidism Book!: Studies on the ...
All aspects regarding hypothyroid conditions are addressed in this resource, in easy-to-understand language and is very possibly the best e-book currently available on the subject.
James M. Lowrance, 2013
3
NASM Essentials of Corrective Exercise Training
... biceps brachii (long head) Underactive triceps brachii (long head) and rotator cuff Shoulder protracts (humeral head moves forward and upward) Overactive pectoralis major/minor and hypomobile posterior capsule Underactive rotator cuff , ...
Micheal Clark, Scott Lucett, National Academy of Sports Medicine, 2010
4
A Complete Look at Hypothyroidism: Underactive Thyroid ...
Hypothyroid disorders account for about 80% of thyroid disease cases, with the other 20% being hyperthyroid disorders (overactive thyroid). In this book, I address the subjects of symptoms, diagnosis and treatments for hypothyroidism.
James M. Lowrance, 2012
5
Prescription for Natural Cures: A Self-Care Guide for ...
... an underactive thyroid, follow the instructions given here for taking your basal body temperature. If your body temperature is consistently low, you should see a doctor for an evaluation. For mild cases, nutritional supplements can set you ...
James F. Balch, Mark Stengler, 2011
6
Thyroid Disorders and Treatments: Underactive and Overactive ...
In this book (approximately 6,025 words in length), I have endeavored to inform the reader with all of the basics regarding hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism, including causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatments for each.
James M. Lowrance, 2011
7
Urinary Tract Infections: New Insights for the Healthcare ...
urethral relaxation dysfunction (lower urinary tract passage dysfunction), i.e. a clinical condition with insufficient relaxation of the urethral sphincter and bladder contraction dysfunction, which is classified into neurogenic underactive bladder,  ...
‎2013
8
Continence: Current Concepts and Treatment Strategies
The underlying pathology could be either an underactive (acon- tractile) detrusor or BOO. These conditions very often coexist, since BOO can lead to underactive bladder. Underactive detrusor also can result from chronic urinary tract infection ...
Gopal H. Badlani, G. Willy Davila, Martin C. Michel, 2008
9
Complications in Laser Cutaneous Surgery
Classification by activity* Bladder Outlet Overactive (urge) Normoactive Underactive (retention) Overactive (retention) Normoactive Underactive (stress incontinence) * Symptoms in parentheses. them into one functional area limits investigation ...
David J. Goldberg, 2004
10
The New Sjogren's Syndrome Handbook
Sjogren's Syndrome Foundation Wallace Rheumatic Center Daniel J. Wallace M.D. Medical Director, Los Angeles. I 10 with Sjogren's-like features is thyroid disease. Underactive thyroid can result in dryness of the mouth, vagina, skin, and hair ...
Sjogren's Syndrome Foundation, Wallace Rheumatic Center Daniel J. Wallace M.D. Medical Director, Los Angeles, 2004

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «UNDERACTIVE»

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1
Panda's aren't lazy - they're got a thyroid problem!
Apparently the black-and-white beasts have underactive thyroid glands ... Pandas have been found to suffer from underactive thyroid glands compared to other ... «Daily Mail, Jul 15»
2
Diet Doc Offers New Approach to Weight Loss for Those With …
Oddly, an underactive thyroid can actually alter a person's sense of taste and smell. The American Association of Endocrinologists estimates that up to half of the ... «GlobeNewswire, Jun 15»
3
What Are the Treatments for Thyroid Problems?
An underactive thyroid, called hypothyroidism, doesn't send out enough hormones for the body's needs. Symptoms may include fatigue, intolerance to cold, ... «Newsmax, Jun 15»
4
Underactive thyroid and avoiding mastitis when breastfeeding
Question: I had blood tests done recently with my GP and she has told me that I have an underactive thyroid. I have been informed that I need to start medication ... «Irish Independent, May 15»
5
British study links fluoride, underactive thyroid
"Clinicians in the United States should emphasize to patients this association and should test patients for underactive thyroid," said Dr. Spyros Mezitis, ... «Chicago Tribune, Feb 15»
6
How ironman Ky Hurst battles an underactive thyroid to stay fit and trim
His condition was undiagnosed until recent months, when a doctor finally identified the problem as an underactive thyroid. Hypothyroidism is a flaw in the ... «The Daily Telegraph, Jan 15»
7
Rachel Stevens: My thyroid problem could have harmed my unborn …
My underactive thyroid was only picked up during the early stages of being pregnant with Amelie. The condition can be hereditary and I knew it ran in the family ... «Mirror.co.uk, Oct 14»
8
Treatment for Underactive Thyroid: Experts
This is called hypothyroidism, or an underactive thyroid. A task force convened by the thyroid association reviewed available medical literature and found no ... «WebMD, Oct 14»
9
Standard Treatment for Underactive Thyroid Gland Still Best: Experts
This is called hypothyroidism, or an underactive thyroid. A task force convened by the thyroid association reviewed available medical literature and found no ... «U.S. News & World Report, Oct 14»
10
Painful proof that one thyroid test does not fit all
An underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism) produces too little hormone, causing a slower than normal heart rate, constipation, tiredness, feeling cold, weight gain, ... «Telegraph.co.uk, Sep 14»

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