estrogenic

adjective

es·​tro·​gen·​ic ˌe-strə-ˈje-nik How to pronounce estrogenic (audio)
1
: promoting estrus
2
: of, relating to, caused by, or being an estrogen
estrogenically adverb

Examples of estrogenic in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Research shows that these metals may have a carcinogenic and estrogenic function, which could alter immune cells and inflammatory markers. Cathy Cassata, Health, 15 Nov. 2023 As for parabens, while the FDA still states that there is no conclusive evidence that these preservatives are harmful to humans, some choose to avoid this category of ingredients because of studies showing their possible estrogenic effects. Tanya Edwards, Parents, 25 Sep. 2023 People in menopause sometimes have this type of insomnia, including those taking anti-estrogenic drugs such as Soltamox (tamoxifen). Cathy Wong, Verywell Health, 15 Feb. 2023 Soybeans have estrogenic properties, therefore their effects can vary based on the existing level of hormones in the body. Cate Geiger Kalus, Country Living, 8 Aug. 2022 Many women ask about phytoestrogens (such as in soy protein or red clover) and other herbs with estrogenic activity (such as black cohosh). Dr. Keith Roach, oregonlive, 11 July 2022 Severino, who turns 29 on July 20, was suspended on April 5 — just two days prior to the Brewers' season opener for the use of clomiphene, an anti-estrogenic substance most commonly used to aid fertility in women. Todd Rosiak, Journal Sentinel, 3 July 2022 Also known as Clomid, clomiphene is an anti-estrogenic substance commonly used as a masking agent. Todd Rosiak, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, 5 Apr. 2022 That concerns Darbre, author of the 2004 study, who has continued her research into estrogenic chemicals. Washington Post, 17 Dec. 2021

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Word History

First Known Use

1930, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of estrogenic was in 1930

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“Estrogenic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/estrogenic. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

Medical Definition

estrogenic

adjective
es·​tro·​gen·​ic ˌes-trə-ˈjen-ik How to pronounce estrogenic (audio)
variants or chiefly British oestrogenic
1
: promoting estrus
2
: of, relating to, caused by, or being an estrogen
estrogenically adverb
or chiefly British oestrogenically
estrogenicity noun
or chiefly British oestrogenicity
plural estrogenicities
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