intravenous
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for intravenous, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Given or existing inside a vein, rather than through the mouth or muscle.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use intravenous
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From intra- ("within") + venous ("relating to veins"), literally "inside the veins."
Full origin of intravenous →Frequently asked questions
What does “intravenous” mean?
The word “intravenous” means given or existing inside a vein, rather than through the mouth or muscle. In plain terms, delivered straight into a vein through a needle or tube, usually shortened to "IV.".
How do you pronounce “intravenous”?
“Intravenous” is pronounced ihnt-ruh-VEE-nuhs (/ɪntɹəˈviːnəs/ in IPA).
How do you use “intravenous” in a sentence?
Here is “intravenous” used in a sentence: “The nurse set up an intravenous drip to get fluids into him quickly.”
What part of speech is “intravenous”?
“Intravenous” is an adjective.
Where does the word “intravenous” come from?
The word “intravenous” comes from Latin. From intra- ("within") + venous ("relating to veins"), literally "inside the veins.".
Is “intravenous” a common word?
“Intravenous” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.