Synonyms for

Surgical

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

Definition

relating to or used in surgery

Synonyms & similar words

nonsurgical medical operative medical operative surgic surgically sutural

Synonyms by register

Formal

operative procedural therapeutic

Informal

cut-throat sharp precise

Literary

incisive keen

Antonyms

general imprecise casual non-essential unplanned haphazard

Common collocations

  • surgical procedure
  • surgical instruments
  • surgical team
  • surgical strike
  • surgical precision
  • surgical mask
  • surgical gloves
  • surgical intervention

Word family

noun surgery
adjective surgical
adverb surgically

Usage note

While 'surgical' can describe something done with great precision, it most commonly refers to medical operations. Avoid using it informally for non-medical precision unless the context is very clear.

Example sentences

  1. The surgical staff worked tirelessly to save the patient’s life.
  2. The surgical procedure was successful.
  3. The surgical team used sterile instruments to prevent infection.
  4. The surgical incision was small and clean.
  5. The surgical mask protected the doctors from germs.

Quotes

  • 'I had a great surgical team.' - Bernie Mac
  • 'Surgical precision.' - Michael Schumacher
  • 'I have always had a talent for surgery.' - Michael Crichton

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