anesthesia
word
/ˌænɪsˈθiʒə/
/ˌænɪsˈθiːʒə/
Definition
A medical state in which you cannot feel pain, usually because of a special drug given before surgery or a procedure.
Usage & Nuances
Mostly used in medical contexts. Can refer to 'local anesthesia' (for a small part) or 'general anesthesia' (entire body, unconscious). Do not confuse with 'analgesia' (pain relief without loss of sensation).
Spanish: anestesiaPortuguese (BR): anestesiaPortuguese (PT): anestesiaChinese (Simplified): 麻醉Chinese (Traditional): 麻醉Hindi: निश्चेतनाArabic: تخديرBengali: অ্যানেস্থেশিয়া - চেতনানাশকRussian: анестезияJapanese: 麻酔Vietnamese: gây mê - gây têKorean: 마취Turkish: anesteziUrdu: بے ہوشی کی دواIndonesian: anestesi
Example Sentences
Anesthesia makes you feel no pain.
basic
Some people feel sick after anesthesia, but it usually goes away quickly.
natural
The dentist gave me anesthesia before fixing my tooth.
basic
She was under anesthesia during the surgery.
basic
I don’t remember anything from the operation because of the anesthesia.
natural
The doctor explained the risks of anesthesia before starting.
natural