Definition of hormonal

hormonaladjective

nội tiết tố

/hɔːˈməʊnl//hɔːrˈməʊnl/

The word "hormonal" has its roots in the Greek word "hormē," meaning "to impel" or "to set in motion." In the late 19th century, the term "hormone" was coined by Swiss physiologist Étienne-Jules Marey to describe chemical substances produced by organs that stimulated certain physiological reactions. Derived from this, the term "hormonal" emerged in the early 20th century to describe the chemical substances themselves and subsequently, the bodily processes influenced by them. In common usage, "hormonal" is often associated with upheavals in the body's endocrine system, such as puberty, menstruation, or menopause. However, hormone production and regulation play a crucial role in many bodily functions, including growth, development, and metabolism. The increased understanding and awareness of hormones and their effects have led to the widespread use of the term "hormonal" in both medical and everyday contexts.

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connected with hormones (= chemicals produced in the body or in a plant that influence how cells and tissues function)

liên quan đến hormone (= hóa chất được sản xuất trong cơ thể hoặc trong thực vật ảnh hưởng đến cách thức hoạt động của tế bào và mô)

Example:
  • the hormonal changes occurring during pregnancy

    những thay đổi về hormone xảy ra trong quá trình mang thai

affected by hormone changes in your body in a way that makes you feel emotional

bị ảnh hưởng bởi những thay đổi về hormone trong cơ thể theo cách khiến bạn cảm thấy xúc động

Example:
  • I was 14—rebellious, sulky and hormonal.

    Tôi 14 tuổi, nổi loạn, buồn bã và thay đổi tâm trạng.

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