PHYSIOLOGICAL Synonyms: 31 Similar and Opposite Words

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.

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Recent Examples of physiological In contrast, homeopathic care involved extreme dilutions of substances in water or alcohol, effectively providing hydration and a calm, structured environment without the physiological assault. —

Phil Starks, The Conversation, 21 Apr. 2026 Record-high sea temperatures will push these species to their physiological limits, forcing them to dive to cooler depths. —

Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 19 Apr. 2026 Bartholomew explained that Gulf conditions push marine life to its physiological limits. —

Asuka Koda, CNN Money, 17 Apr. 2026 Dietary protein supports not just muscle recovery but also immune function, hormone production, and numerous other physiological processes that determine how well practitioners feel both on and off the mat. —

William Jones, Ascend Agency, 13 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for physiological

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physical

Adjective

His physical attributes caught the attention of the Ravens’ front office and scouts, but his relationship with Heap helped drive his quality of character home.

— Haley Sawyer, Oc Register, 25 Apr. 2026
Both Ponds and Glenn were undersized cornerbacks who both love to get physical.

— Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 25 Apr. 2026