Synonyms for

Pulmonary

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

Definition

relating to the lungs

Synonyms & similar words

pneumonic pulmonic lung respiratory breathing thoracic pneumonic respirational pneumonic ventilatory bronchial pulmonic pneumatological pneumatological pneumonic pulmonic thoracic respiratory pneumatological respirational ventilatory bronchial

Synonyms by register

Formal

lung-related thoracic respiratory

Antonyms

systemic peripheral somatic bodily non-respiratory

Common collocations

  • pulmonary embolism
  • pulmonary edema
  • pulmonary function
  • pulmonary artery
  • pulmonary hypertension
  • pulmonary fibrosis
  • pulmonary disease

Word family

noun pulmonology
adverb pulmonarily

Usage note

Pulmonary is a technical term primarily used in medicine and biology, referring specifically to the lungs. It is not typically used in general conversation.

Example sentences

  1. The pulmonary artery carries blood from the heart to the lungs.
  2. She has a pulmonary disease that affects her breathing.
  3. The pulmonary function test measures lung capacity.
  4. He had a pulmonary embolism and was hospitalized.
  5. The pulmonary specialist prescribed a new medication.

Quotes

  • Breath is the link between mind and body. - Dan Brulé
  • The very act of breathing is prayer. - Hafiz
  • Breathing is the greatest pleasure in life. - Giovanni Papini

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