Cool MateClinical
UK /["/ˈklɪnɪkl/"]/US /["/ˈklɪnɪkl/"]/
Definition
relating to the examination and treatment of patients and their illnesses
In simple words: Related to the observation or treatment of patients.
Examples
- clinical research *(= done on patients, not just considering theory)*
- clinical training *(= the part of a doctor’s training done in a hospital)*
- She regarded her patients from a purely clinical standpoint.
- He watched her suffering with clinical detachment.
- How can you be so cold and clinical about your son’s accident?
- Everything in the nursery was white and clinical and there were no pictures on the walls.
Usage notes
Commonly used in medical settings to describe practices, conditions, or environments. Avoid using in casual conversations about health.
Grammar pattern
standalone adjective
Memory hint
Think of 'clinic' — where patients are treated.
Collocations
- purely
- almost
- about
- purely
- almost
- about
Synonyms
- medical
- therapeutic
- healthcare
- diagnostic
Antonyms
- non-clinical
- non-medical
Common mistakes
- Confusing with 'clinically' which refers to methods or practices.
- Using 'clinical' to describe anything non-medical.
- Mispronouncing it as 'clincal' instead of 'clinical'.