androgen

The word “androgen” has 3 syllables: an-dro-gen

It's pronounced as /ˈæn.drə.dʒən/


What is synonym and antonym for androgen?

In the thesaurus, “androgen” has 5 synonyms and 5 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for androgen along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for androgen

  • dihydrotestosterone
  • male hormone
  • sex hormone
  • steroid hormone
  • testosterone

Antonyms for androgen

  • estradiol
  • estrogen
  • female hormone
  • ovarian hormone
  • progesterone

Meanings of androgen

  • noun
    1. The generic term for any natural or synthetic compound, usually a steroid hormone, that stimulates or controls the development and maintenance of masculine characteristics in vertebrates. A male sex hormone such as testosterone or anabolic steroids.

Example Sentences

  • Androgen levels are higher in males than in females.
  • The doctor tested the patient’s blood to measure androgen concentration.
  • An excess of androgen can lead to acne and hair growth changes.
  • Androgen plays a vital role in the development of male reproductive tissues.
  • Certain medications can block androgen receptors to treat hormonal disorders.

On this page you'll find 10 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to androgen, such as: dihydrotestosterone, estradiol, estrogen, female hormone, male hormone, ovarian hormone, progesterone.

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