Definition

Relating to or causing bleeding, especially severe bleeding from blood vessels.

Example

The patient was diagnosed with a hemorrhagic condition that required immediate medical attention.

Conversation

Did you hear about that accident on the highway?

Yeah, I heard it was pretty serious, with a lot of hemorrhagic injuries.

That sounds terrible! I hope everyone is okay.

Me too, it's always scary when things like that happen.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Hemorrhagic is formed from "haima" (meaning blood) and "-rrhagic" (from "rhegnyn", meaning to burst or break). The word describes a condition characterized by the bursting or breaking of blood vessels, leading to bleeding.

Memory Tip

Think of 'blood' ('haima') bursting or breaking ('-rrhagic') — that's why hemorrhagic refers to conditions involving bleeding.

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