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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

dexamethasone

/dɛksəˈmeθəsən/ noun · British & US
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What does dexamethasone mean?

noun

A synthetic glucocorticoid with anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive properties, used in medicine to treat a variety of conditions.

Example

"The doctor prescribed dexamethasone to reduce the patient's inflammation and swelling."

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