How Do You Spell OBSTIPANT?
Pronunciation: [ɒbstˈɪpənt] (IPA) 
The spelling of the word "obstipant" is derived from its Latin roots, which is why it may look unfamiliar at first glance. The pronunciation of this word is "ahb-STI-puhnt", with the emphasis on the second syllable. The letters "st" in the middle of the word can be confusing, but they are pronounced as a cluster, similar to the way they are pronounced in the word "mystify". "Obstipant" is an adjective used to describe a substance or condition that causes constipation.
