What is the antonym of โdigestedโ?
The antonyms of digested are undigested and unassimilated. These antonyms describe food that has not been properly broken down in the digestive system.
Brief Definitions of the Antonym(s)
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Food that has not been properly broken down in the digestive system.
Example
He noticed pieces of undigested food in his stool, which indicated a problem with his digestion.
Food that has not been absorbed or integrated into the body's tissues.
Example
The doctor suspected that her patient had a condition that caused unassimilated nutrients to pass through the digestive system without being absorbed.
How are these antonyms different from each other?
- 1Undigested refers to food that has not been properly broken down in the digestive system and can be seen in stool.
- 2Unassimilated refers to food that has not been absorbed or integrated into the body's tissues and can lead to nutrient deficiencies.
Good things to know
- 1Medical Context: Use these antonyms to describe digestive problems or nutrient deficiencies.
- 2Dietary Context: Use these antonyms to describe the quality of food and its impact on digestion and nutrient absorption.
Remember this!
The antonyms undigested and unassimilated describe food that has not been properly broken down in the digestive system. Use these words in medical and dietary contexts to describe digestive problems or nutrient deficiencies.
