hypotensive
Upper-Intermediate (B2)
IPA: /ˌhaɪpəˈtɛnsɪv/
KK: /haɪpəˈtɛnsɪv/
adjective
Definition
Relating to or causing low blood pressure.
Example
The doctor prescribed a hypotensive medication to help lower her blood pressure.
Conversation
I heard that some medications can be hypotensive and lower blood pressure.
Yeah, my doctor mentioned that when I was feeling dizzy.
It's kind of scary to think about, especially if you have to take them regularly.
Definitely, but it's good to be aware of how they can affect your health.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
low
reduced
diminished
Antonyms
hypertensive
high
elevated
noun
Definition
A person who has low blood pressure or is likely to have low blood pressure.
Example
The hypotensive patient was advised to increase their salt intake.
Conversation
I heard you’re feeling a bit off lately, are you okay?
Yeah, I think I might be a bit hypotensive today.
That sounds rough, did you check your blood pressure?
Root Explanation
Hypotensive → It is formed from "hypo-" (meaning under or below) and "tensio" (from Latin "tensio", meaning tension or pressure). The word "hypotensive" refers to a condition of having lower than normal blood pressure, indicating a state of reduced tension in the blood vessels.
Memory Tip
Think of 'hypo-' meaning 'under' and 'tension' referring to pressure — this helps you remember that hypotensive means having lower pressure.
Visually Confused Words
hypertensive
protensive
ostensive