Cheyne Stokes Respiration is a breathing pattern that is characterized by a periodic waxing and waning of the breathing rate, which can be either shallow or deep. It is commonly associated with various clinical conditions such as heart failure, stroke, and central nervous system disorders. Alternative terms for Cheyne Stokes Respiration include "crescendo-decrescendo breathing," "periodic breathing," "cyclic breathing," "Biot's breathing," and "apneustic breathing." While these terms are interchangeable and describe the same phenomenon, the use of different terminologies serves to highlight the diversity of medical terminologies in understanding complex conditions. By exploring these synonyms, clinicians can gain a deeper understanding of this complicated respiratory pattern and tailor treatments and interventions to manage it.