Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
asthmatic
adjective, noun
/æzˈmætɪk/
Definition
a person who suffers from asthma or relating to asthma; characterized by or suffering from wheezing, breathlessness, and other symptoms of asthma.
Examples
She was asthmatic and would often bring her inhaler to school.
The asthmatic response to allergens can vary from person to person.
After running for a long duration, he felt asthmatic symptoms resurface.
Meaning
The term ‘asthmatic’ refers to someone who has asthma, which is a chronic condition that affects the airways in the lungs, causing difficulty in breathing. It can describe both the condition itself and the individuals who experience it.
Synonyms
bronchial
respiratory
wheezing
