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Meaning of stillborn
The primary meaning of "stillborn" refers to a baby born dead.
Etymology of stillborn
The word "stillborn" has its roots in the 15th century, derived from the Old English words "stille" meaning "quiet" or "motionless", and "boren" meaning "born".
Historically, the term "stillborn" was used to describe a child who was born without any signs of life.
Synonyms
lifeless
deceased
dead
unborn
premature
miscarried
aborted
fetal
infant
deceased infant
nonviable
unviable
unborn child
dead at birth
nonliving
inanimate
inert
unmoving
unbreathing
pulseless
breathless
unresponsive
inactive
motionless
in utero
prenatal
perinatal
infant mortality
failed pregnancy
unsuccessful pregnancy
unsuccessful birth
failed birth
Definitions
- A baby born dead, after a gestation period of at least 24 weeks.
- * A fetus that has died in the womb, and is born dead.
Usage Examples
- The couple was devastated when their baby was stillborn.
- * Stillborn babies are often the result of pregnancy complications or genetic disorders.
- * The hospital reported a high rate of stillborn births in the past year.
Antonyms
alive
living
born alive
viable
healthy
thriving
surviving
breathing
pulsing
responsive
active
moving
animate
lively
vigorous
robust
flourishing
blooming
thriving
surviving
newborn
live birth