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

Facilities include saunas, steam rooms, cold plunges, a 3,000-square-foot gym, Pilates studios, plus zones devoted to IV therapy, hyperbaric oxygen sessions, and red-light treatment. —Nick Scott, Robb Report, 13 June 2026

Sleep, soft-tissue massages, strength training, yoga, Pilates, cryotherapy, hyperbaric chambers, IVs, and a clean diet have kept James sharp. —Sean Gregory, Time, 9 June 2026

The chambers are classified as a medical device, and physicians must order and supervise hyperbaric oxygen treatments. —Carrie Teegardin, AJC.com, 8 June 2026

The practice grew beyond surgery into peptides, hyperbaric therapy, diagnostics, hormone care, supplements and recovery services. —Ryma Chikhoune, Footwear News, 19 May 2026

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