What is another word for constipate?
Pronunciation: [kˈɒnstɪpˌe͡ɪt] (IPA) 
The word constipate refers to a condition of the digestive system where a person experiences difficulty in passing stool. However, there are several other words that can be used to describe this condition. One such synonym is bowel obstruction. This term is used to describe a more severe form of constipation where the stool is not able to pass through the bowel. Another synonym is fecal impaction which refers to a condition where dry, hard stool accumulate in the rectum and the colon, making it difficult to pass them out. Other synonyms include intestinal blockage, stool retention, and impacted colon. These words can be used interchangeably to describe situations where there is a problem in the process of waste elimination.
