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clinical

/ˈklɪnɪkəl/

Meanings
  • adjective

    Relating to the observation, investigation, and treatment of diseases or injuries.

    - "The clinical symptoms of the patient were analyzed by the doctor."
    - "The clinical trial of the new drug was successful."
  • adjective

    Belonging to or carried out in a clinical setting, such as a hospital or clinic.

    - "The clinical psychologist conducted the assessment in her office."
    - "The clinical research was funded by a grant."

Rhymes
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hymnal , mental , penal , temporal
Variants
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clinical , clinically , clinical depression , clinical psychologist , clinical psychologists , clinical psychology , clinical thermometer , clinical thermometers , clinical trial , clinical trials
Etymology
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From the Greek word 'klīnikos', meaning 'pertaining to the bedside'.


Trivia
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  1. The first clinical trial was conducted in 1796 by Edward Jenner to test the effectiveness of the smallpox vaccine.

  2. The term 'clinical' comes from the Greek word 'klīnikos', which means 'pertaining to the bedside'.


Related Concepts
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  1. Diagnosis: The identification of the nature and cause of a disease or injury.

  2. Treatment: The intervention used to prevent or alleviate the symptoms of a disease or injury.

  3. Evidence-based practice: The use of scientific evidence to inform and guide clinical decision-making.


Culture
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The term 'clinical' has been used extensively in various fields, including medicine, psychology, education, and research. In medicine, it refers to the observation, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases or injuries in a systematic and evidence-based manner. In psychology, it is used to describe the application of psychological principles and interventions in real-world settings. In education, it is used to describe teaching methods and practices that are based on proven research and evidence.

How to Memorize "clinical"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize a doctor examining a patient in a hospital setting.
    - Imagine a researcher conducting a clinical trial in a laboratory.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'clinical' with the medical field.
    - Connect it with the idea of systematic observation and treatment.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the acronym 'CURE' to remember the definition: 'Clinical' is 'C'omprehensive, 'U'nderstood, 'R'elevant, and 'E'ffective.


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