Definition

Related to a condition where the airways in the lungs tighten, making it hard to breathe.

Example

The patient experienced bronchospastic symptoms during the asthma attack.

Conversation

I heard that cold weather can trigger bronchospastic reactions in some people.

Yeah, my friend has asthma, and it really affects him during winter.

That makes sense; I guess it's important for him to stay warm.

Definitely! He always carries his inhaler just in case.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Bronchospastic → It is formed from "broncho-" (from Greek "bronchos", meaning windpipe or airway) and "spastic" (from Greek "spastikos", meaning drawing or pulling). The word describes a condition involving spasms in the airways, leading to difficulty in breathing.

Memory Tip

Think of 'broncho-' referring to the airway and 'spastic' indicating a pulling or tightening action — this helps you remember that bronchospastic relates to spasms in the airways.

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