diabetic

word

/ˌdaɪəˈbɛtɪk/
/dˌaɪəbˈɛtɪk/

Definition

Related to diabetes. It can describe a person who has diabetes or something connected to the disease, like food or medicine.

Usage & Nuances

'Diabetic' can be a noun (a diabetic = person with diabetes) or adjective ('diabetic diet', 'diabetic medicine'). Some people consider the noun form less polite; 'person with diabetes' is more sensitive.

Example Sentences

She is diabetic and checks her blood sugar daily.

basic

This is diabetic food with no added sugar.

basic

My uncle is a diabetic and takes insulin every day.

basic

Some diabetics have to be careful even with fruit.

natural

"Is this dessert diabetic-friendly?" "Yes, it has no sugar at all."

natural

He switched to diabetic-friendly snacks after his diagnosis.

natural