diabetic

noun adjective

Stress: third syllable

Syllables: di-a-bet-ic (4)

English Definition

Relating to or suffering from diabetes.

Example Sentence

Diabetic patients should avoid sugary foods.

US IPA /ˌdaɪəˈbetɪk/

UK IPA /ˌdaɪəˈbetɪk/

diabetic person

non-diabetic