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cryonic

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /kraɪˈɒnɪk/

KK: /kraɪˈɒnɪk/

adjective
Definition

Relating to the practice of preserving individuals at very low temperatures after death, with the hope of future revival.


Example

The scientists are researching cryonic methods to preserve human bodies for potential future resuscitation.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you heard about the latest advancements in cryonic technology?
Sloth B
Yeah, it's fascinating how they can preserve bodies for future revival.
Sloth A
I wonder what it would be like to wake up in a world that's so different.
Sloth B
That would be wild! Imagine all the changes in society and technology.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
frozen
suspended
preserved
Antonyms
living
active
dynamic
Root Explanation

Cryonic → It is formed from "cryon" (from Greek "kryos", meaning cold or frost) and "-ic" (a suffix used to form adjectives). The word "cryonic" refers to something related to or characterized by cold, particularly in the context of preserving bodies at low temperatures.

Memory Tip

Think of 'cold' ('kryos') when you hear 'cryonic' — it relates to preserving things at very low temperatures.

Visually Confused Words
chronic
caronic
cynic
conic
sicyonic
cyclonic
crotonic
croconic
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