
Asthmatic
Illness Descriptor
Use 'asthmatic' to describe things directly related to the illness, asthma.

The cold weather triggered his asthmatic cough.
Not Always Severe
'Asthmatic' doesn't always mean severe; asthma varies in intensity.

She has asthmatic issues but they're usually mild.
Metaphorical Usage
Sometimes 'asthmatic' is used metaphorically to describe something struggling to function.

The asthmatic economy is gasping for a stimulus.
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