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View synonyms for dyspneic

dyspneic

[ disp-nee-ik ]

adjective

, Pathology.
  1. affected by or involving difficulty in breathing:

    The patient’s shortness of breath has become progressively worse, and she is now dyspneic after any minor exertion.



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Word History and Origins

Origin of dyspneic1

First recorded in 1800–10; dyspne(a) ( def ) + -ic ( def )
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Example Sentences

He was easily made dyspneic and had a tendency to swelling of the lower legs.

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