Definition

Having a high-pitched, whistling sound when breathing, often due to a respiratory condition.

Example

After running up the hill, I felt a bit wheezier than usual.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

I noticed you sounded a bit wheezier than usual while running yesterday.

Yeah, I think the pollen is really bothering me this season.

That makes sense; allergies can make you feel a lot wheezier during exercise.

For sure! I should probably take some medicine before I go out next time.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Wheezier → The word 'wheeze' comes from Middle English 'whezen', meaning to breathe with a whistling or rattling sound, and the suffix '-ier' (meaning more). The term 'wheezier' describes someone or something that breathes with a more pronounced wheezing sound.

Memory Tip

Think of the sound of breathing that is 'more pronounced' — 'wheeze' refers to that whistling sound, and '-ier' indicates an increase in that quality.

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