clinical
- 01 B2 Upper Intermediate
adj.relating to the examination and treatment of real patients rather than just studying in a lab or classroom.
adj.pertaining to the direct observation and treatment of patients, as opposed to theoretical or laboratory-based study.
Simple“The new drug is now entering clinical trials to see how it affects real people.”
In context“The professor emphasized that while textbook knowledge is essential, nothing replaces the intuition gained during years of clinical experience.”
Antonyms - 02 C1 Advanced
n.a lesson where medical students learn by watching a doctor work with a real patient.
n.a period of practical medical instruction conducted at the bedside of a patient or in a healthcare facility.
Simple“The nursing students have their first clinicals at the local hospital next week.”
In context“During her clinicals, she rotated through several departments, including pediatrics and emergency medicine, to gain a broad perspective.”
Synonymspracticumrotation
Usage clinical trials · clinical trial · clinical director
“Clinical hypnosis can also reduce the severity and impact of perimenopausal symptoms, says Voedisch.”
“Clinical trials of two possible treatments for the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola causing this outbreak began last month in Ituri.”
From clinic + -al.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.