Synonyms of physiological

physiological

adjective

variants or physiologic

as in physical

of or relating to the functioning of living bodies or their parts

People often have a physiological response to fear, such as sweating or shaking.

Related Words

• physical
• anatomic
• somatic
• bodily
• corporeal
• animal
• corporal
• sensual
• carnal
• sensuous
• material
• fleshly
• hand-to-hand

Dissimilar Words

• psychological
• mental
• inner
• intellectual
• cerebral
• spiritual
• immaterial
• metaphysical
• psychic
• incorporeal
• insubstantial
• ethereal
• bodiless
• nonphysical
• nonmaterial

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of physiological

There is increasing focus not only on bone density, but also on bone quality, remodeling dynamics and how the skeleton interacts with other physiological systems. — Priya Bhardwaj, The Conversation, 22 June 2026

Every unnecessary physiological cost is not only a personal tax, but also one that reduces the quality of leadership the organization receives. — Julian Hayes Ii, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026

Previous research has demonstrated that direct exposure to nature significantly reduces physiological stress, lowers heart rates and decreases levels of stress hormones, like cortisol. — Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 30 June 2026

That foundational research established that physiological signals can be voluntarily shaped with practice when immediate feedback is provided, which is the same principle behind today’s consumer HRV biofeedback tools. — Samantha Agate, Kansas City Star, 2 July 2026