Hardening Of The Arteries

Synonyms of hardening of the arteries

• arteriosclerosis
• atherosclerosis
• vascular disease

Antonyms of hardening of the arteries

• healthy arteries
• normal blood vessels
• unobstructed arteries

Collocations of hardening of the arteries

hardening of the arteries

Frequency: 80 %

The doctor diagnosed him with severe hardening of the arteries.

cardiovascular disease

Frequency: 75 %

Hardening of the arteries is a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease.

arteriosclerosis

Frequency: 70 %

Arteriosclerosis is another term for hardening of the arteries.

plaque buildup

Frequency: 65 %

Plaque buildup in the arteries can lead to hardening of the arteries.

atherosclerosis

Frequency: 60 %

Atherosclerosis is a common form of hardening of the arteries.

Idiomatic Expressions for hardening of the arteries

• Phrase: softening of the arteries
  Meaning: to reverse the effects of hardening of the arteries
  Usage: Regular exercise and a healthy diet can help in preventing softening of the arteries.