heart disease

NOUN

disease of the heart

Synonyms

STRONGEST

angina congestive heart failure

WEAK

cardiac infarction congenital heart disease coronary thrombosis ischemic heart disease myocardial infarction

Example Sentences

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Residents living in these areas are advised to stay indoors where possible — especially people with respiratory or heart disease, elderly individuals and children.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Only 9.2% are at the most advanced stage, with heart failure or another diagnosed form of heart disease, along with other metabolic conditions such as kidney disease, according to the study.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

The NHS says that regular aerobic activity can lower the risk of heart disease, stroke and type 2 diabetes, alongside reducing stress and boosting self-esteem.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

Statins remain the most widely prescribed drugs for lowering cholesterol and reducing heart disease risk.

From Science Daily • May 25, 2026

Yet their rates of heart disease and obesity are lower than the health-crazy Americans’.

From "The Omnivore's Dilemma" by Michael Pollan