adj

myocardial

meye-oh-KAH-dee-uhl

Myocardial (adj) means relating to the myocardium, the muscular wall of the heart. Example: “He was rushed to hospital after suffering a myocardial infarction.”

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adj

Relating to the myocardium, the muscular wall of the heart.

"He was rushed to hospital after suffering a myocardial infarction."

"The scan showed no signs of myocardial damage."

How to use myocardial

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA medical term describing anything to do with the heart's muscle tissue.

When to use it

A clinical/medical term, rarely used outside healthcare contexts.

Common pairings

myocardial infarction myocardial damage myocardial tissue

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Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “myocardial” mean?

The word “myocardial” means relating to the myocardium, the muscular wall of the heart. In plain terms, a medical term describing anything to do with the heart's muscle tissue.

How do you pronounce “myocardial”?

“Myocardial” is pronounced meye-oh-KAH-dee-uhl (/maɪoʊˈkɑɹdi.əl/ in IPA).

How do you use “myocardial” in a sentence?

Here is “myocardial” used in a sentence: “He was rushed to hospital after suffering a myocardial infarction.”

What part of speech is “myocardial”?

“Myocardial” is an adjective.