noun
Uncommon
hypertension
heye-puh-TEHN-shuhn
Hypertension (noun) means a medical condition of persistently high blood pressure. Example: “Her doctor prescribed medication to manage her hypertension.”
noun
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A medical condition of persistently high blood pressure.
"Her doctor prescribed medication to manage her hypertension."
"A diet high in salt can contribute to hypertension."
How to use hypertension
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe medical term for high blood pressure.
Common mistake
Don't confuse with "hypotension," which is the opposite — low blood pressure.
Easily confused with
Common pairings
manage hypertension
high blood pressure/hypertension
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Word forms
- Plural
- hypertensions
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Etymology
From hyper- ("over") + tension, describing pressure in the arteries that's higher than normal.
Synonyms
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high blood pressure
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Rhymes for hypertension
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Frequently asked questions
What does “hypertension” mean?
The word “hypertension” means a medical condition of persistently high blood pressure. In plain terms, the medical term for high blood pressure.
How do you pronounce “hypertension”?
“Hypertension” is pronounced heye-puh-TEHN-shuhn (/ˌhaɪ.pɚˈtɛn.ʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “hypertension” in a sentence?
Here is “hypertension” used in a sentence: “Her doctor prescribed medication to manage her hypertension.”
What is another word for “hypertension”?
Words with a similar meaning to “hypertension” include high blood pressure.
What is the opposite of “hypertension”?
The opposite of “hypertension” — its antonyms — is hypotension.
What part of speech is “hypertension”?
“Hypertension” is a noun.
Is “hypertension” a common word?
“Hypertension” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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