What is another word for sclerosed?
Pronunciation: [sklˈɛɹə͡ʊzd] (IPA) 
The word "sclerosed" refers to the hardening or thickening of a tissue due to disease or injury. There are several synonyms for this term that can be used interchangeably, such as indurated, ossified, calcified, petrified, and calloused. "Indurated" means hardened or compacted tissues, while "ossified" describes tissues that have turned into bone. "Calcified" is a term that refers to the deposition of calcium in a tissue, and "petrified" indicates complete transformation into stone-like matter. Finally, "calloused" implies the formation of a thickened mass of skin as a result of friction, pressure, or repeated injury. All these synonyms convey similar ideas to the term "sclerosed," and can be used depending on the specific context where they are required.
