How to Pronounce "corticosteroids"
word
ˌkɔɹtɪkoʊˈstɛˌɹɔɪdz
KOR-ti-koh-STER-oydz
kˈɔːtɪkˌɒstəɹˌɔɪdz
KAW-tik-OST-uh-ROYDZ
Definition
Corticosteroids are a class of medications that closely resemble hormones produced by your adrenal glands and are used to reduce inflammation, suppress the immune system, and treat various medical conditions such as allergies, asthma, and autoimmune diseases.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌkɔɹtɪkoʊˈstɛˌɹɔɪdz
British English
kˈɔːtɪkˌɒstəɹˌɔɪdz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KOR-ti-koh-STER-oydz
UK
KAW-tik-OST-uh-ROYDZ
Listen in Context
Corticosteroids are used to treat inflammation in the body.
Doctors may prescribe corticosteroids for asthma.
Some corticosteroids are taken as pills, while others are used as creams.
My doctor warned me about the side effects of long-term corticosteroids use.