euthanasia — the practice of intentionally ending a life to relieve pain and suffering
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the practice of intentionally ending a life to relieve pain and suffering
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌjuːθəˈneɪziə/
Example Sentences
- The Netherlands was one of the first countries to legalize euthanasia under strict medical supervision.
- The ethics committee spent months debating whether euthanasia should be considered a human right or a violation of medical ethics.
- My grandmother joked that she'd rather choose euthanasia than listen to my uncle's karaoke for another hour.
euthanasia
NOUN[/ˌjuːθəˈneɪziə/]
the practice of intentionally ending a life to relieve pain and suffering
The vet gently performed euthanasia on the old dog as the family said goodbye.
Anesthesia erases pain like amnesia, making euthanasia a peaceful choice
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Greek 'euthanasia', composed of 'eu-' (good) and 'thanatos' (death). The term was coined in ancient Greece but gained medical usage in the 19th century to describe mercy killing.
Breakdown
eu- (good) + thanat- (death) + -sia (condition/state) = euthanasia
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The Netherlands was one of the first countries to legalize euthanasia under strict medical supervision.”
“The ethics committee spent months debating whether euthanasia should be considered a human right or a violation of medical ethics.”
“My grandmother joked that she'd rather choose euthanasia than listen to my uncle's karaoke for another hour.”
“The documentary explored different perspectives on euthanasia from religious, medical, and legal viewpoints.”
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