hormonal
UK: hɔːˈməʊnəl | US: hɔːrˈmoʊnəl
adj. relating to or caused by hormones
adj. characterized by intense emotional or physiological fluctuations (colloquial)
hormonal = hormon<hormone> + al<adjective suffix>
- hormon (from Greek hormōn "that which sets in motion," from horman "to urge on, excite")
- al (Latin-derived suffix forming adjectives, meaning "pertaining to")
Etymology Origin:
The word "hormonal" traces back to the Greek hormōn, originally meaning "to set in motion" or "impel." This reflects the function of hormones as chemical messengers that regulate bodily processes. The suffix -al was added in Modern English to form an adjective, aligning with patterns like "emotional" or "seasonal." The term evolved from a physiological focus to colloquial use describing mood swings or intense states.
Hormonal changes during puberty affect growth and development.
She attributed her mood swings to hormonal imbalances.
The doctor prescribed medication to regulate his hormonal levels.
Teenagers often experience hormonal fluctuations.
The study examined hormonal responses to stress.