Wheezier: meaning, definitions and examples

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wheezier

 

[ˈwiːziər ]

Definition

Context #1 | Adjective

describing sound

Wheezier is the comparative form of wheezy, describing a sound that is characterized by a high-pitched whistle or breathlessness. It typically refers to someone's breathing, which may indicate a respiratory condition or the effects of exertion.

Synonyms

asthmatic, breathless, sibilant.

Examples of usage

  • After the run, he felt wheezier than usual.
  • The patient sounded wheezier during the exam.
  • In winter, my asthma makes me wheezier.
  • She became wheezier whenever she played in the cold air.

Interesting Facts

Medical Terminology

  • Wheezing usually happens when air passages in the lungs get narrowed, often due to asthma or allergies.
  • Doctors listen for wheezy sounds when examining lungs, as it can indicate various respiratory problems.
  • In children, wheezing is common with respiratory infections, but it may also signal chronic conditions.

Pop Culture

  • The term 'wheezy' became popular in the online community as a playful way to describe pets or people that seem out of breath.
  • Animated characters often exaggerate wheezing sounds for comedic effect, making it memorable and funny.
  • Musicians sometimes incorporate wheezing or breathy sounds into songs to create an emotional connection with listeners.

Psychology

  • People who experience wheezing may develop anxiety about their breathing, affecting their overall mental health.
  • Therapies such as mindfulness and relaxation techniques can help manage wheezing-related stress.
  • Children who wheeze often might have a higher likelihood of developing social anxiety due to health concerns.

Literary Use

  • Authors might describe a character as wheezier to subtly hint at their age or health issues without stating them outright.
  • In poetry, wheezing can symbolize struggle or hardship, often representing deeper emotional themes.
  • Wheezing can serve as a metaphor for tension or conflict rising in the narrative, adding dynamic layers to the story.

Translations

Translations of the word "wheezier" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mais ofegante

🇮🇳 जोर से सांस लेना

🇩🇪 keuchender

🇮🇩 lebih sesak

🇺🇦 більш задишливий

🇵🇱 bardziej świszczący

🇯🇵 喘ぎやすい

🇫🇷 plus essoufflé

🇪🇸 más sibilante

🇹🇷 daha hırıltılı

🇰🇷 더 쌕쌕거리는

🇸🇦 أكثر صفيرًا

🇨🇿 více chraptivý

🇸🇰 viac hvízdajúci

🇨🇳 更喘息的

🇸🇮 bolj zadihan

🇮🇸 meira andfúsa

🇰🇿 көбірек демікпе

🇬🇪 მეტი ხლართვა

🇦🇿 daha hırıltılı

🇲🇽 más sibilante