high blood pressure

noun

: abnormally elevated blood pressure especially of the arteries

also : hypertension

Examples of high blood pressure in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Olive oil is rich in monounsaturated fats, which support heart health by protecting against atherosclerosis (plaque buildup in the arteries) and lowering heart disease risk factors like high blood pressure and elevated cholesterol. —Jillian Kubala, Health, 6 Oct. 2025

People most at risk for heat exhaustion are the elderly, those with high blood pressure, and individuals working or exercising in the heat. —Brandi D. Addison, jsonline.com, 3 Oct. 2025

Wilson, 57, wrote in an Instagram post how she was readmitted to the hospital after the removal surgery due to high blood pressure and swelling. —Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 2 Oct. 2025

Many of her patients show up with conditions such as diabetes and high blood pressure, often untreated before pregnancy. —Katia Riddle, NPR, 2 Oct. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1899, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for high blood pressure

• acupressure
• overpressure
• flesher
• fresher
• thresher
• refresher

Kids Definition

high blood pressure

noun

: blood pressure that is abnormally high especially in the arteries or the condition resulting from it

called also hypertension

Medical Definition

high blood pressure

noun

: hypertension