achlorhydria [noun]

Definition of achlorhydria:

an abnormal deficiency or absence of free hydrochloric acid in the gastric juice; often associated with severe anemias and cancer of the stomach

Synonyms of achlorhydria:

● Upset

● Disorder


Opposite/Antonyms of achlorhydria:

● Organic disorder

● Functional disorder

● Calm


Sentence/Example of achlorhydria:

The absence of acid is called achlorhydria, but many people have this condition without ill effects.