/kɑnˈdʒestɪv/ i

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characterized by congestion, especially of the heart or lungs.

“The congestive heart failure patient required immediate medical attention.”

2. adjective

tending to cause congestion, especially in the heart or lungs.

“The congestive cough left her with a sore throat for days.”

3. noun

a heart condition characterized by the heart’s inability to pump blood efficiently, leading to congestion in the lungs and other parts of the body.

“The patient was diagnosed with congestive heart failure.”