Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pneumonic
Adjective
/n(y)o͞oˈmänik/
Definition
Relating to or affecting the lungs.
Examples
- A pneumonic infection can lead to serious health complications if not treated promptly.
- The doctor explained that pneumonic conditions often require immediate medical attention.
- She learned about pneumonic diseases in her biology class.
Meaning
The term ‘pneumonic’ is often used in a medical context, typically referring to conditions that impact lung function, such as pneumonia, which is an infection that inflames the air sacs in one or both lungs.
Synonyms
- pulmonary
- respiratory
- lung-related
