Meaning of the word pregnant in English
What does pregnant mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
pregnant
US /ˈpreɡ.nənt/
UK /ˈpreɡ.nənt/
Adjective
1.
carrying a fetus or unborn offspring within the body
Example:
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She is six months pregnant with her first child.
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The doctor confirmed that she was pregnant.
Synonym:
2.
full of meaning; significant or suggestive
Example:
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The silence in the room was pregnant with unspoken tension.
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His words were pregnant with meaning, though he said little.
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