ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Aerobic

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ɛəˈɹəʊ.bɪk/ · Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Aerobic is an adjective meaning Living or occurring only in the presence of oxygen e.g. aerobic bacteria.

Meaning

Living or occurring only in the presence of oxygen e.g. aerobic bacteria.

More Meanings

  1. Of exercise, performed while maintaining a sufficient supply of oxygen to meet bodily energy needs.
  2. Of or relating to aerobics.

Example Sentences

She does aerobic exercise three times a week.
He joined an aerobic fitness class at the gym.
The bacteria require an aerobic environment to grow.

Synonyms for aerobic

Depending on context, synonyms include oxidative, aerobiotic.

Antonyms for aerobic

Common opposites include anaerobic, anaerobiotic.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include aerobiotic, oxidative, anaerobic, obligately, cardiorespiratory, cardiovascular.

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