hyperbaric

adjective

hy·​per·​bar·​ic ˌhī-pər-ˈber-ik 

-ˈba-rik

: of, relating to, or utilizing greater than normal pressure especially of oxygen

a hyperbaric chamber

hyperbaric medicine

hyperbarically

ˌhī-pər-ˈber-i-k(ə-)lē 

-ˈba-ri-

adverb

Examples of hyperbaric in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Approximately 15 conditions are approved for hyperbaric oxygen therapy by the Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Society (UHMS). —Shiv Sudhakar, FOXNews.com, 21 Apr. 2025

Also in Switzerland, the Grand Resort Bad Ragaz offers hyperbaric oxygen therapy to reduce inflammation and boost energy production. —Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 18 Apr. 2025

Her web history included searches on whether COVID could cause dizziness or nosebleeds, how long do the effects of hyperbaric oxygen therapy last, and purchasing Boost Oxygen canisters on Feb. 11. —Sharareh Drury, People.com, 15 Apr. 2025

Treatment involves administering oxygen—in some cases, with hyperbaric oxygen therapy—until symptoms resolve, said LeSaint. —Cathy Nelson, Health, 11 Apr. 2025

Word History

Etymology

hyper- + bar- + -ic entry 1

First Known Use

1962, in the meaning defined above

Medical Definition

hyperbaric

adjective

hy·​per·​bar·​ic ˌhī-pər-ˈbar-ik 

1

: having a specific gravity greater than that of cerebrospinal fluid

—used of solutions for spinal anesthesia compare hypobaric

2

: of, relating to, or utilizing greater than normal pressure especially of oxygen

a hyperbaric chamber

hyperbaric treatment

hyperbarically

-i-k(ə-)lē 

adverb