Synonyms for

Steroid

Verb / stɜ:ˈɔɪd / Another word for steroid — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a type of organic compound that is used in medicine to reduce inflammation or to help people build muscle

Synonyms & similar words

sexhormone steroidhormone anabolic hormone testosterone corticosteroid androgen estrogen progesterone androgenic corticoid cortisol glucocorticoid estrogenic gonadotrophin

Synonyms by register

Formal

corticosteroid anabolic steroid hormone

Informal

roids juice performance enhancers

Antonyms

natural organic unmodified unenhanced non-synthetic

Common collocations

  • anabolic steroid
  • steroid cream
  • steroid injection
  • steroid abuse
  • steroid use
  • steroid medication
  • steroid hormone

Word family

noun steroid
adjective steroidal

Usage note

The term 'steroid' can refer to both natural hormones and synthetic drugs. It is often associated with performance-enhancing drugs, leading to a negative connotation in some contexts.

Example sentences

  1. Doctors sometimes prescribe steroids to help people with asthma breathe easier.
  2. He was caught using steroids and was banned from the competition.
  3. Steroids can cause serious side effects if they are not used properly.
  4. Some bodybuilders use steroids to increase muscle mass.
  5. Steroids can be dangerous if they are abused.

Quotes

  • 'I've never taken steroids in my life. I have nothing to hide and have never had anything to hide.' - Roger Clemens
  • 'Steroids are not necessary to achieve great things.' - Michael Phelps
  • 'I never took steroids. Period. I respect baseball too much to cheat and I would never do anything to cheat the fans.' - Albert Pujols

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