asystole
2 synonyms and 0 antonyms for asystole, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A medical condition in which the heart stops contracting entirely, showing no electrical activity.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
cardiac arrest
cardiopulmonary arrest
Etymology
From a- ("without") + systole ("contraction of the heart").
Full origin of asystole →Frequently asked questions
What does “asystole” mean?
The word “asystole” means a medical condition in which the heart stops contracting entirely, showing no electrical activity. In plain terms, complete cardiac arrest — the heart has stopped beating and shows no electrical rhythm at all.
How do you use “asystole” in a sentence?
Here is “asystole” used in a sentence: “The monitor showed a flat line, confirming asystole.”
What part of speech is “asystole”?
“Asystole” is a noun.