Surgery
1. anesthesia n. Techniques for reducing sensation and
feeling, especially to control pain
The Civil War was the first American war when anesthesia was
widely used in surgery on soldiers.
Usage tips
Anesthesia and anesthetic are often used interchangeably.
Parts of speech
anesthetic n, adj
2. augment v. To make bigger or better by adding to
In some types of popular cosmetic surgery people augment
parts of their bodies.
The college augmented its course offerings because students
complained that there were too few choices.
Parts of speech
augmentation n
3. certifiably adv. In a manner that is officially
recognized
He couldn’t be institutionalized until he was declared
certifiably insane.
Parts of speech
certify v, certification n, certificate n, certifiable adj
4. complication n. A
factor that makes something more difficult or complex
The surgeons could not easily stop the bleeding because of complications related to the patient’s
diabetes.
Parts of speech
complicate v
5. cure v. To restore to health
They say laughter can help cure many illnesses.
Parts of speech
cure n
6. implant v. To set in firmly; to insert in the body
surgically
The actress had cheek implants to make her face look fuller.
Parts of speech
implantation n
7. inject v. To insert a liquid by means of a syringe
The doctor used a needle to inject the medicine slowly into
her arm.
Parts of speech
injection n
8. obese adj. Excessively overweight
More Americans are obese now because U.S. culture encourages
overeating and discourages exercise.
Parts of speech
obesity n
9. procedure n. A specific way of performing or doing
something
The flight attendant explained the emergency evacuation procedure.
Parts of speech
proceed v, procedural adj
10. scar n. A mark on the skin left after a wound has
healed; a lasting sign of damage, either mental or physical
The surgery was successful, but it left a large scar across
her abdomen.
Parts of speech
scar v
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