Synonyms for

Coronary

Verb / ˈkɔ:rʌˌneri: / Another word for coronary — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

related to the heart or its arteries

Synonyms & similar words

coronarythrombosis cardiac heart vascular arterial anginal myocardial ischemic circulatory thrombotic infarcted stenosed occluded blocked narrowed restricted constricted contracted squeezed pressed tightened

Synonyms by register

Formal

coronary artery cardiac artery

Antonyms

peripheral external superficial outer distant remote

Common collocations

  • coronary artery disease
  • coronary heart disease
  • coronary bypass surgery
  • coronary thrombosis
  • coronary occlusion
  • coronary artery bypass graft
  • coronary care unit

Word family

adjective coronary

Usage note

The term 'coronary' is primarily used as an adjective referring to the arteries supplying blood to the heart muscle. It is often used in medical contexts, particularly when discussing heart disease.

Example sentences

  1. My dad had a coronary stent put in to keep his heart arteries open.
  2. The nurse showed me a picture of a coronary artery.
  3. People who smoke are more likely to have a coronary attack.
  4. The doctor explained that eating healthy can prevent coronary disease.
  5. My uncle had a coronary bypass surgery last year.

Quotes

  • The strongest evidence linking the Mediterranean diet to reduced risk of coronary heart disease comes from the landmark Predimed study from Spain.
  • Coronary heart disease is the most common type of heart disease, killing 365,914 people in 2017.
  • Coronary heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States.

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