Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hypo
Prefix
/ˈhaɪ.poʊ/
Definition
A prefix used in medical and chemical terms, indicating a deficiency or lower level of something.
Examples
- The term ‘hypoglycemia’ indicates low blood sugar levels.
- In chemistry, ‘hypochlorite’ is a compound containing a lower oxidation state of chlorine.
- Hypotension refers to lower-than-normal blood pressure.
Meaning
Hypo refers to a condition where there is less than normal amounts of a substance, particularly in relation to medical terminology.
Synonyms
- Low
- Under
- Sub
