anoxic Definition
- 1relating to or characterized by a severe deficiency of oxygen
- 2without oxygen
Using anoxic: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "anoxic" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The fish died due to anoxic conditions in the water.
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Anoxic brain injury can lead to permanent damage.
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The patient was put on a ventilator due to anoxic respiratory failure.
anoxic Synonyms and Antonyms
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Summary: anoxic in Brief
'Anoxic' [ænˈɒksɪk] is an adjective that describes a severe deficiency of oxygen, such as in water or the body. It can cause damage or death, as in 'The fish died due to anoxic conditions in the water.' 'Anoxic' is synonymous with 'oxygen-deprived' and 'hypoxic,' and antonymous with 'aerobic' and 'oxygenated.'
