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stroke

[strohk] / stroʊk /
NOUN
a blow, a striking
Synonyms
STRONGEST
blow
STRONG
hit move movement
NOUN
accomplishment
Synonyms
STRONG
achievement coup deed feat
Antonyms
STRONG
failure inaction inactivity
NOUN
seizure
Synonyms
STRONGEST
collapse shock
STRONG
apoplexy attack convulsion fit
VERB
pat lengthwise
Synonyms
STRONGEST
brush caress rub
STRONG
chuck comfort fondle pet smooth soothe tickle
Antonyms
STRONG
aggravate agitate distress irritate upset

Frequently Asked Questions

What is another word for stroke (medical)?
The sudden loss of brain function most commonly called a stroke is also known by several other names: apoplexy, cerebrovascular accident, cerebral accident, and cerebral infarction. Strokes can be caused by a cerebral hemorrhage, and that term is sometimes used to refer to a type of stroke. Synonyms for cerebral hemorrhage include encephalorrhagia and hematencephalon. The word stroke is also used in other medical conditions, including heatstroke and sunstroke.
What is another word for stroke (general)?
The word stroke has several different senses. movement As a noun, stroke can refer to a movement or motion, such as of a pen, brush, or similar implement, or the (often repeated) motion of a machine part. hand movement Stroke commonly refers to a light movement of the hand with soft pressure. Synonyms for this sense include pet and caress. Like this sense of stroke, these can be used as either verbs or nouns. strike, blow In the sense of a strong hit with something like a hammer or fist, synonyms of stroke include strike, blow, and hit. These can also be used as both verbs and nouns. sports In swimming, stroke refers to the swimming style, such as backstroke, butterfly, and freestyle. In rowing, a stroke is a pull on the oars. In golf, a stroke is an instance of hitting the ball, or at least the tally of such a hit, as in one-stroke penalty. In the context of other sports, stroke is used more generally to refer to a motion, often one involving contact with a ball. other senses In stroke of genius and masterstroke, stroke can mean something like act, feat, or touch. In stroke of luck, it means something like a sudden happening or occurrence, likened to a stroke of lightning.

Example Sentences

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Scientists are exploring how snake venom could address cancer, strokes and Alzheimer’s disease, she said.

From Los Angeles Times

Over time, this can damage blood vessels and significantly raise the risk of heart attacks, strokes, and other serious conditions.

From Science Daily

The alert sent by the border police from their camp near the lake was a stroke of luck that prevented more lives from being lost, scientists say.

From The Wall Street Journal

In tests on tens of thousands of people, the jabs - alongside existing heart medicines - were linked to a 20% reduced risk of heart attacks and strokes.

From BBC

Research has found links between processed meats such as sliced ham, bacon and sausage to heart disease, stroke and some cancers.

From The Wall Street Journal

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