O OneWordDaily
AI-generated image

ulcerative

/ˌʌlsərətɪv/ adjective · British & US
Valid in UKValid in US
Share WhatsApp

What does ulcerative mean?

adjective

Having or characterized by ulcers; relating to or caused by ulcers. Often used to describe a condition or disease that causes ulcers, such as ulcerative colitis.

Example

"The doctor diagnosed the patient with ulcerative colitis, a chronic condition that causes ulcers in the digestive tract."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

Etymologically related

Synonyms for ulcerative

Antonyms of ulcerative

Rhymes with ulcerative