heart disease

NOUN

disease of the heart

Synonyms

STRONGEST

angina congestive heart failure

WEAK

cardiac infarction congenital heart disease coronary thrombosis ischemic heart disease myocardial infarction

Example Sentences

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Long treated as isolated or individual diseases, the conditions are interrelated, usually tied to excess abdominal fat, and a major driver of heart disease, according to the AHA.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

While it remains a staple in kitchens around the world, consuming too much salt can increase the risk of high blood pressure, heart disease, kidney disease, and even faster cognitive decline.

From Science Daily • Jun. 4, 2026

The NHS says that regular aerobic activity can lower the risk of heart disease, stroke and type 2 diabetes, alongside reducing stress and boosting self-esteem.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

Impaired kidney function was also a major risk factor for heart disease, contributing to about 12% of global cardiovascular deaths.

From Science Daily • May 29, 2026

The cause was heart disease, but the talk in Jableh was that it was simple heartache.

From "Zeitoun" by Dave Eggers