What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
diuretical
Example
Drinking cranberry juice is diuretical and can help flush out toxins from the body. [diuretical: adjective]
Example
The patient was diagnosed with a diuretical disorder that required medication to regulate. [diuretical: noun]
diuretic
Example
The doctor prescribed a diuretic to help reduce the patient's blood pressure. [diuretic: noun]
Example
Eating watermelon can have a diuretic effect on the body and help reduce bloating. [diuretic: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Diuretic is more commonly used than diuretical in everyday language, especially in the context of medical conditions that require the use of diuretics.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between diuretical and diuretic?
Both diuretical and diuretic are generally considered formal words, but diuretic may be more commonly used in medical or clinical contexts.
