cardiovascular
adjective C1
Plain meaning
connected with the heart and blood vessels
Exam-register meaning
In academic or exam writing, this is used to discuss connected with the heart and blood vessels in a more precise way.
In context
naturalThe report described cardiovascular disease in a clear and practical way.
examThe findings show that cardiovascular disease can influence educational, social, or economic outcomes.
Common collocations
cardiovascular diseasecardiovascular healthcardiovascular risk
Watch out
Do not overuse it as a direct replacement for “good/bad”. Use it with natural nouns such as “cardiovascular disease”.