adjective

asthmatic

as-THMA-tihk

Asthmatic (adjective) means relating to or affected by asthma. Example: “He gave an asthmatic wheeze after climbing the stairs.”

adjective

Relating to or affected by asthma.

"He gave an asthmatic wheeze after climbing the stairs."

noun

A person who has asthma.

"The gym offers modified classes for asthmatics."

How to use asthmatic

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishDescribing someone with asthma, or a person who has the condition.

more asthmatic comparative, asthmatics plural, most asthmatic superlative

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What does “asthmatic” mean?

The word “asthmatic” means relating to or affected by asthma. In plain terms, describing someone with asthma, or a person who has the condition.

How do you pronounce “asthmatic”?

“Asthmatic” is pronounced as-THMA-tihk (/æzˈmætɪk/ in IPA).

How do you use “asthmatic” in a sentence?

Here is “asthmatic” used in a sentence: “He gave an asthmatic wheeze after climbing the stairs.”

What part of speech is “asthmatic”?

Depending on how it is used, “asthmatic” can be an adjective and a noun.

How many meanings does “asthmatic” have?

“Asthmatic” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: relating to or affected by asthma.