asthma

noun
UK: /ˈæsmə/
US: /ˈæzmə/

  1. A medical condition that makes it difficult to breathe.

    1. My child has asthma, so he uses an inhaler. [ ] [ ]
    2. The doctor explained how asthma affects the respiratory system. [ ] [ ]

  2. A condition characterized by difficulty in breathing, often caused by an allergic reaction or other forms of sensitivity.

    1. She was diagnosed with asthma at a very young age. [ ] [ ]
    2. Exposure to dust and pollen can trigger asthma attacks in some individuals. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

dyspnea
asthma transitive-verb

  1. To cause someone to have difficulty breathing, mimicking the effects of the asthma condition.

    1. The dust asthmas me every time I clean it. [ ] [ ]
    2. Heavy pollution could asthma those who are sensitive to the air. [ ] [ ]
asthma adjective

  1. Relating to, or suffering from, asthma.

    1. My brother uses asthma pump before training. [ ] [ ]
    2. The asthma patient required regular check-ups. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "asthma" in English means: A medical condition that makes it difficult to breathe., A condition characterized by difficulty in breathing, often caused by an allergic reaction or other forms of sensitivity..

The phonetic transcription of "asthma" is /ˈæsmə/ in British English and /ˈæzmə/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "asthma": dyspnea.

Example usage of "asthma": "My child has asthma, so he uses an inhaler.". More examples on the page.