Synonyms for
Surgical
Definition
relating to or used in surgery
Synonyms & similar words
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Antonyms
Common collocations
- surgical procedure
- surgical instruments
- surgical team
- surgical strike
- surgical precision
- surgical mask
- surgical gloves
- surgical intervention
Word family
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.
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Example sentences
- The surgical staff worked tirelessly to save the patient’s life.
- The surgical procedure was successful.
- The surgical team used sterile instruments to prevent infection.
- The surgical incision was small and clean.
- 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