A2adjectiveformal1K

UK/["/ˈmedɪkl/"]/US/["/ˈmedɪkl/"]/

Meaning of Medical

In simple words: Related to the treatment of illness and injuries.

Medical in a sentence

  • She made a medical appointment for her check-up.
  • A medical professional can provide valuable advice.
  • The medical field is constantly evolving with new discoveries.
  • He is studying medical science at the university.
  • The medical textbook contains information on various diseases.

How to use Medical

Use 'medical' in formal contexts such as healthcare, studies, or when discussing treatments. Avoid in casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

medical + noun

Memory hint

Think 'medic' for health care, and add 'al' to remember medical is about healthcare.

Related words

Collocations with Medical

  • medical treatment
  • medical diagnosis
  • medical profession
  • medical equipment

Synonyms for Medical

  • health-related
  • clinical
  • therapeutic
  • remedial

Opposites of Medical

  • non-medical
  • unhealthy

Common mistakes with Medical

  • Confused with 'medicine' — 'medical' describes things related to health, while 'medicine' refers to the substance used to treat illness.
  • Using 'medical' for non-health related situations — it should strictly relate to health and treatment.

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Frequently asked questions about Medical

What does Medical mean?

Related to the treatment of illness and injuries.

What is the definition of Medical?

connected with illness and injury and their treatment

How do you use Medical in a sentence?

She made a medical appointment for her check-up.

Can you give another example of Medical?

A medical professional can provide valuable advice.

What are synonyms for Medical?

Common alternatives include health-related, clinical, therapeutic, remedial.

What is the opposite of Medical?

Opposite meanings include non-medical, unhealthy.

What words go with Medical?

It commonly pairs with medical treatment, medical diagnosis, medical profession, medical equipment.

What are common mistakes when using Medical?

Confused with 'medicine' — 'medical' describes things related to health, while 'medicine' refers to the substance used to treat illness. Using 'medical' for non-health related situations — it should strictly relate to health and treatment.

How do you pronounce Medical?

US: /["/ˈmedɪkl/"]/, UK: /["/ˈmedɪkl/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Medical formal or informal?

"Medical" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.

When should I use Medical?

Use 'medical' in formal contexts such as healthcare, studies, or when discussing treatments. Avoid in casual conversations.

What CEFR level is Medical?

"Medical" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.