hypertension
Hypertension (noun) means a medical condition of persistently high blood pressure. Example: “Her doctor prescribed medication to manage her hypertension.”
How to use hypertension
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe medical term for high blood pressure.
Don't confuse with "hypotension," which is the opposite — low blood pressure.
Word forms
hypertensions plural
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Her doctor prescribed medication to manage her _____.
Etymology
From hyper- ("over") + tension, describing pressure in the arteries that's higher than normal.
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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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