Synonyms for

Cholesterol

Verb / kʌˈlestɜ:ˌɔ:l / / kʌˈlestɜ:ʌl / Another word for cholesterol — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a type of fat found in your blood

Synonyms & similar words

cholesterin lipid fat triglyceride hormone steroid membrane wax oil grease butter shortening margarine lard

Common collocations

  • high cholesterol
  • low cholesterol
  • cholesterol levels
  • good cholesterol
  • bad cholesterol
  • cholesterol medication
  • cholesterol test
  • dietary cholesterol

Word family

noun cholesterol

Usage note

Cholesterol is a waxy, fat-like substance found in all cells of the body. It is not typically used in a figurative sense, so antonyms and informal/literary synonyms are not applicable.

Example sentences

  1. My dad has to eat healthy to lower his cholesterol.
  2. Too much cholesterol can cause heart problems.
  3. Foods like avocado and nuts can help lower your cholesterol.
  4. I don't like the taste of margarine, but it's better for my cholesterol than butter.
  5. My grandma takes medicine to control her cholesterol levels.

Quotes

  • "I don't like football. I think it's boring and ridiculous and predictable. But baseball is very beautiful. It's played on a diamond, which is better than a field."
  • "It's like cholesterol to the heart; it clogs us up."
  • "I don't believe in low-fat cooking."

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