Definition

Relating to a device that records the electrical activity of the heart.

Example

The cardiographic data showed a normal heartbeat pattern.

Conversation

I just had a cardiographic test done yesterday.

Oh really? How did it go?

It was interesting to see how they monitor your heart.

Yeah, technology is amazing these days, especially with cardiographic equipment.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Cardiographic → It is formed from "cardio-" (from Greek "kardia", meaning heart) and "-graphic" (from Greek "graphia", meaning writing or recording). The word "cardiographic" refers to the recording or writing of heart activity.

Memory Tip

Think of 'heart' ('cardio-') being 'recorded' ('-graphic') — that's what cardiographic means.

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