Synonyms for

Agonist

Verb / ˈægʌnɪst / Another word for agonist — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

An agonist is a chemical or a drug that binds to a receptor and activates it to produce a biological response.

Synonyms & similar words

protagonist antagonist activator stimulant booster energizer encourager promoter facilitator instigator catalyst spur inciter mover driver motivator propellant incentive inducer excitant provoker igniter

Example sentences

  1. The agonist medication helped the patient's muscles relax.
  2. The chemical agonist caused the cells to divide.
  3. The agonist drug helped the athlete perform better.
  4. The agonist molecule stimulated the receptor and caused a response.
  5. The agonist compound was found to be effective in treating depression.

Quotes

  • Pain is inevitable. Suffering is optional. Say you're running and you think, 'Man, this hurts, I can't take it anymore. The 'hurt' part is an unavoidable reality, but whether or not you can stand anymore is up to the runner himself. This is the glory of the human condition: that when life gets hard, you can just keep running away. - Haruki Murakami
  • The agony of the feet is the price you pay for the ecstasy of the moment. - Jim Henson
  • The agony of defeat is great and memorable, but the agony of victory can be even worse. - Anonymous

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