Edematous
adjective
Having an abnormal accumulation of fluid in body tissues, causing swelling.
The patient's leg appeared edematous after the long flight.
Usage tips
Neutral
bit swollen, mildly edematous, significantly edematous
adjective
Having an abnormal accumulation of fluid in body tissues, causing swelling.
The patient's leg appeared edematous after the long flight.
Usage tips
Neutral
bit swollen, mildly edematous, significantly edematous
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Medical Context
In a clinical setting, understanding 'edematous' can help healthcare professionals identify conditions.
A swollen area may indicate underlying issues.
Pro Tip 2/3Casual Use
Though primarily a medical term, it can be used informally to describe something that looks bloated or swollen.
His face looked edematous after the allergic reaction.
Pro Tip 3/3Emotional Connotation
In emotional contexts, describing someone as edematous could suggest their discomfort, discomfort, or emotional stress.
She felt edematous after crying so much.
Pro Tip 1/3Medical Context
In a clinical setting, understanding 'edematous' can help healthcare professionals identify conditions.
A swollen area may indicate underlying issues.
Pro Tip 2/3Casual Use
Though primarily a medical term, it can be used informally to describe something that looks bloated or swollen.
His face looked edematous after the allergic reaction.
Pro Tip 3/3Emotional Connotation
In emotional contexts, describing someone as edematous could suggest their discomfort, discomfort, or emotional stress.
She felt edematous after crying so much.
Pro Tip 1/3Medical Context
In a clinical setting, understanding 'edematous' can help healthcare professionals identify conditions.
A swollen area may indicate underlying issues.
Pro Tip 2/3Casual Use
Though primarily a medical term, it can be used informally to describe something that looks bloated or swollen.
His face looked edematous after the allergic reaction.
Pro Tip 3/3Emotional Connotation
In emotional contexts, describing someone as edematous could suggest their discomfort, discomfort, or emotional stress.
She felt edematous after crying so much.
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