synergist

noun

syn·er·gist | \ ˈsi-nər-jist

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Definition of synergist

: something (such as a chemical or a muscle) that enhances the effectiveness of an active agent broadly : either member of a synergistic pair

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The first known use of synergist was in 1870

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synergist

noun

syn·er·gist | \ -jəst

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Medical Definition of synergist

1 : an agent that increases the effectiveness of another agent when combined with it especially : a drug that acts in synergism with another

2 : an organ (as a muscle) that acts in concert with another to enhance its effect — compare agonist sense 1, antagonist sense a

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