cardiovascular
adjective
car·dio·vas·cu·lar
ˌkär-dē-ō-ˈva-skyə-lər 
1
: of, relating to, or involving the heart and blood vessels
2
: used, designed, or performed to cause a temporary increase in heart rate
a cardiovascular workout
cardiovascularly
adverb
cardiovascularly fit
Examples of cardiovascular in a Sentence
running, swimming, and other cardiovascular exercises
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The Grammy Award-winning musician and actress opened up about the public awareness campaign, Truth About Weight, which highlights the risks of obesity, including cardiovascular diseases such as heart attack or stroke.
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Ken Alltucker, USA Today, 15 May 2025
Good cardiovascular workouts and gentle movements include:28 Cycling Jogging
Pilates
Swimming
Tai chi
Walking
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Regular physical activity has been proven to aid weight loss, balance hormone levels, and reduce blood sugar levels.
—Peter Weiss, Verywell Health, 13 May 2025
Poor oral health has been linked to complications including cardiovascular disease, and experts have told CBS News that preventative care is the best way to keep dental health in check.
—Sara Moniuszko, CBS News, 13 May 2025
But the same study also showed that trans women athletes who — like Thomas — had undergone at least a year of treatment suppressing their testosterone levels had lower jumping ability, lung function, and cardiovascular fitness than cisgender female participants did.
—Jonathan Zimmerman, New York Daily News, 13 May 2025
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Ken Alltucker, USA Today, 15 May 2025
Good cardiovascular workouts and gentle movements include:28 Cycling Jogging
Pilates
Swimming
Tai chi
Walking
Yoga
Regular physical activity has been proven to aid weight loss, balance hormone levels, and reduce blood sugar levels.
—Peter Weiss, Verywell Health, 13 May 2025
Poor oral health has been linked to complications including cardiovascular disease, and experts have told CBS News that preventative care is the best way to keep dental health in check.
—Sara Moniuszko, CBS News, 13 May 2025
But the same study also showed that trans women athletes who — like Thomas — had undergone at least a year of treatment suppressing their testosterone levels had lower jumping ability, lung function, and cardiovascular fitness than cisgender female participants did.
—Jonathan Zimmerman, New York Daily News, 13 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for cardiovascular
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“Cardiovascular.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cardiovascular. Accessed 28 May. 2025.
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cardiovascular
adjective
car·dio·vas·cu·lar
ˌkärd-ē-ō-ˈvas-kyə-lər
: of, relating to, or involving the heart and blood vessels
cardiovascular disease
Medical Definition
cardiovascular
1 of 2 adjective
car·dio·vas·cu·lar
-ˈvas-kyə-lər
1
: of, relating to, or involving the heart and blood vessels
cardiovascular disease
the cardiovascular system
2
: used, designed, or performed to cause a temporary increase in heart rate (as to improve heart function and reduce the risk of heart disease)
a cardiovascular workout
treadmills, stationary bicycles, and other cardiovascular equipment
cardiovascularly
adverb
cardiovascularly fit
cardiovascular
2 of 2 noun
: a substance (as a drug) that affects the heart or blood vessels
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