hormonal

adjective

hor·​mon·​al hȯr-ˈmō-nᵊl How to pronounce hormonal (audio)
1
: of, relating to, utilizing, or produced by hormones
hormonal changes
hormonal therapy
2
: markedly influenced or affected by hormones (such as sex hormones) : exhibiting behavior characteristic of increasing or fluctuating hormone levels
moody hormonal teenagers
hormonally adverb

Examples of hormonal in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Dr Mosconi recommends four 45 to 60 minute sessions a week prior to menopause to support hormonal health. Hannah Coates, Vogue, 15 Mar. 2024 Migraine attacks are commonly triggered by environmental stressors, hormonal changes, and certain food or drinks. Daryl Austin, USA TODAY, 14 Mar. 2024 Using estrogen alone as a form of hormone therapy for menopausal cisgender women can create unchecked hormonal action. Theresa Gaffney, STAT, 11 Mar. 2024 Spironolactone is another blood pressure drug that’s been shown to have anti-androgen effects (which is why it’s commonly prescribed as an off-label treatment for hormonal acne). Krissy Brady, SELF, 5 Mar. 2024 Many of the symptoms that can arise after stopping breastfeeding are thought to happen as a result of hormonal fluctuations and even psychological stress. Zara Hanawalt, Parents, 27 Feb. 2024 Michon added that hormonal acne may not come into play until one’s teenage years; that’s when their skincare routine can be supplemented with acne treatment. Syeda Khaula Saad, Verywell Health, 12 Feb. 2024 Providing your doctor with a thorough menstrual cycle history offers insight into your reproductive organs and hormonal status. 7 Reasons for a Late Period (That Aren't Pregnancy) Are There Risks Associated With Being Pregnant With No Pregnancy Symptoms? Maria Carter, Parents, 28 Feb. 2024 On Instagram, Whitfield has been forthcoming with followers about the hormonal weight gain and bloating she’s experienced in the lead-up to her retrieval surgery. Hanna Lustig, Glamour, 14 Feb. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

1926, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of hormonal was in 1926

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Cite this Entry

“Hormonal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hormonal. Accessed 28 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

hormonal

adjective
hor·​mon·​al hȯr-ˈmōn-ᵊl How to pronounce hormonal (audio)
: of, relating to, or brought about by hormones

Medical Definition

hormonal

adjective
hor·​mon·​al hȯr-ˈmōn-ᵊl How to pronounce hormonal (audio)
1
: of, relating to, utilizing, or produced by hormones
hormonal changes
hormonal disorders
hormonal contraceptive methods
2
: markedly influenced or affected by hormones (as sex hormones) : exhibiting behavior characteristic of increasing or fluctuating hormone levels
hormonal teenagers
hormonally adverb
hormonally active

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