Acromegalic (Adjective)
Meaning
Marked or affected by enlargement or hypertrophy of the extremities or the face; "a protruding acromegalic jaw".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The patient's acromegalic features were quite noticeable, with an enlarged nose and prominent jawline.
- Due to his acromegalic condition, the man had trouble finding shoes that fit comfortably.
- The acromegalic growths on her hands made everyday tasks like buttoning her shirt extremely difficult.
- After years of living with an untreated acromegalic condition, he finally sought medical attention.
- His acromegalic appearance made him the subject of ridicule and bullying throughout his childhood.