physiological
adjective
phys·i·o·log·i·cal
ˌfi-zē-ə-ˈlä-ji-kəl 
variants
or physiologic
1
: of or relating to physiology
2
: characteristic of or appropriate to an organism's healthy or normal functioning
the sodium level was physiological
3
: differing in, involving, or affecting physiological factors
a physiological strain of bacteria
Examples of physiological in a Sentence
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Research is building to show how THC interacts with the body’s endocannabinoid system (ECS), a complex network of receptors and neurotransmitters that play a crucial role in regulating various physiological processes.
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Calvin Rasode, Rolling Stone, 24 Apr. 2024
In Trump’s case, however, this sensation may also be a physiological response to the stone-cold insults directed at him by what feels like nearly every participant in the trial so far.
—Eric Lach, The New Yorker, 24 Apr. 2024
Early research shows that cannabinoids may have a more noticeable physiological impact on men in regards to energy balance and food intake.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 3 Apr. 2024
These physiological changes have caused many positive physical and mental effects.
—Dominique Fluker, Essence, 2 Apr. 2024
Due to these serious physiological changes in the brain, medical intervention is most effective for recovery.
—Jim Vargas, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Apr. 2024
Other physiological processes, such as our breathing rate and skin conductance levels, may also line up with those of other people.
—Quanta Magazine, 28 Mar. 2024
And moms who give birth may experience fogginess or fuzzy thinking based on physiological changes.
—Tracy Brower, Forbes, 14 Feb. 2024
This variation is highly sought after among those who recognize both the health advantages associated with dark chocolate as well as its capacity to explore the potential psychological and physiological impacts of consuming magic shrooms.
—Sponsored Content, The Mercury News, 12 Apr. 2024
Calvin Rasode, Rolling Stone, 24 Apr. 2024
In Trump’s case, however, this sensation may also be a physiological response to the stone-cold insults directed at him by what feels like nearly every participant in the trial so far.
—Eric Lach, The New Yorker, 24 Apr. 2024
Early research shows that cannabinoids may have a more noticeable physiological impact on men in regards to energy balance and food intake.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 3 Apr. 2024
These physiological changes have caused many positive physical and mental effects.
—Dominique Fluker, Essence, 2 Apr. 2024
Due to these serious physiological changes in the brain, medical intervention is most effective for recovery.
—Jim Vargas, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Apr. 2024
Other physiological processes, such as our breathing rate and skin conductance levels, may also line up with those of other people.
—Quanta Magazine, 28 Mar. 2024
And moms who give birth may experience fogginess or fuzzy thinking based on physiological changes.
—Tracy Brower, Forbes, 14 Feb. 2024
This variation is highly sought after among those who recognize both the health advantages associated with dark chocolate as well as its capacity to explore the potential psychological and physiological impacts of consuming magic shrooms.
—Sponsored Content, The Mercury News, 12 Apr. 2024
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physiological
adjective
phys·i·o·log·i·cal
ˌfiz-ē-ə-ˈläj-i-kəl
variants
or physiologic
1
: of or relating to physiology
2
: characteristic of healthy or normal functioning of the body
Medical Definition
physiological
adjective
phys·i·o·log·i·cal
ˌfiz-ē-ə-ˈläj-i-kəl
variants
or physiologic
1
: of or relating to physiology
2
: characteristic of or appropriate to an organism's healthy or normal functioning
3
: differing in, involving, or affecting physiological factors
a physiological strain of bacteria
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