apoplectoid

/ˌæpəˈplɛktɔɪd/

Definitions

1. adjective

resembling or characteristic of an apoplexy, or a stroke; caused by a sudden increase in blood pressure

“The patient’s apoplectoid condition made it difficult to diagnose without further tests.”

2. noun

a person or thing that is apoplectoid

“The apoplectoid symptoms were a warning sign of a more serious medical condition.”

Synonyms

  • apoplectic
  • hypertensive
  • stroke-like

Antonyms

  • hypotensive
  • normotensive