Adenoidal
adjective
Relating to the adenoids, especially their enlargement or inflammation.
He was diagnosed with an adenoidal infection.
Often appears as...
- adenoidal infection
- adenoidal enlargement
Usage tips
Formal
Technical
adjective
Having a voice or speech that is nasal and high-pitched due to enlarged adenoids.
His adenoidal voice is quite distinctive.
Often appears as...
- adenoidal speech
- adenoidal tone
adjective
Relating to the adenoids, especially their enlargement or inflammation.
He was diagnosed with an adenoidal infection.
Often appears as...
- adenoidal infection
- adenoidal enlargement
Usage tips
Formal
Technical
adjective
Having a voice or speech that is nasal and high-pitched due to enlarged adenoids.
His adenoidal voice is quite distinctive.
Often appears as...
- adenoidal speech
- adenoidal tone
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Medical Condition
Use 'adenoidal' when discussing health, specifically issues with adenoids.
After visiting the ENT specialist, her adenoidal condition was confirmed.
Pro Tip 2/3Technical Usage
It's mostly used in technical or medical discussions, not in casual conversation.
The patient's adenoidal enlargement requires surgery.
Pro Tip 3/3Avoid Confusion
Don't confuse 'adenoidal' with general nasal problems; it's specifically about adenoids.
He doesn't just have a stuffy nose; it's an adenoidal issue.
Pro Tip 1/3Medical Condition
Use 'adenoidal' when discussing health, specifically issues with adenoids.
After visiting the ENT specialist, her adenoidal condition was confirmed.
Pro Tip 2/3Technical Usage
It's mostly used in technical or medical discussions, not in casual conversation.
The patient's adenoidal enlargement requires surgery.
Pro Tip 3/3Avoid Confusion
Don't confuse 'adenoidal' with general nasal problems; it's specifically about adenoids.
He doesn't just have a stuffy nose; it's an adenoidal issue.
Pro Tip 1/3Medical Condition
Use 'adenoidal' when discussing health, specifically issues with adenoids.
After visiting the ENT specialist, her adenoidal condition was confirmed.
Pro Tip 2/3Technical Usage
It's mostly used in technical or medical discussions, not in casual conversation.
The patient's adenoidal enlargement requires surgery.
Pro Tip 3/3Avoid Confusion
Don't confuse 'adenoidal' with general nasal problems; it's specifically about adenoids.
He doesn't just have a stuffy nose; it's an adenoidal issue.
Never forget "Adenoidal"
Humans forget easily. That's why you should download WordUp: Smart reminders, word games, AI practice, and much more!
WordUp Chrome Extension
As you browse the web instantly look up words you don’t know.
Get Chrome Extension