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Hypothermic (Adjective)

Meaning

Of or relating to or affected by hypothermia.

Classification

Relational adjectives (pertainyms).

Examples

  • The rescue team located the hikers who were suffering from hypothermic conditions after spending a night in the freezing mountain terrain.
  • A person submerged in icy water can become hypothermic within a short time, so timely rescue and warming is essential.
  • In an effort to reduce heat loss, emergency responders will cover the patient with blankets if they appear to be in a hypothermic state.
  • Cold shock and a rapidly developing hypothermic response forced the lone swimmer to stop their attempts to cross the frigid lake.
  • An accident survivor stuck outside for an extended time without shelter was hospitalized in a hypothermic state requiring extensive treatment and observation.

Related Words

  • Hypothermia (noun)
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