Anaerobic (Adjective)

Meaning 1

Living or active in the absence of free oxygen; "anaerobic bacteria".

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Synonyms

  • Anaerobiotic

Antonyms

  • Aerobic

Meaning 2

Not aerobic; "isometric exercises are anaerobic".

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Examples

  • Weightlifting is an anaerobic activity that requires short bursts of intense energy.
  • Anaerobic exercises, such as sprinting and jumping, are often used to improve muscular power.
  • Isometric exercises, such as planks and wall sits, are anaerobic because they don't require oxygen to generate energy.
  • High-intensity interval training is an anaerobic workout that involves short periods of all-out effort.
  • Anaerobic metabolism occurs when the body breaks down glucose to produce energy without using oxygen.

Antonyms

  • Aerobic
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