Ketosis
7 lettersnounmoderateUpdated June 2026
Definition
A metabolic condition in which an abnormal accumulation of ketone bodies occurs in the bloodstream, as seen in uncontrolled diabetes mellitus or extreme low-carbohydrate diets.
“The dietitian warned that prolonged ketosis without medical supervision can carry serious health risks.”
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ke·to·sis
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Contains the -OSIS suffix common in medical terms, K at the start is the key distinguishing letter
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K scores 5 pts, KETOSIS is a 7-letter medical term valid in Scrabble, the -OSIS ending is useful
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