Anabolic
Pronunciation: /ˌænəˈbɑːlɪk/
Anabolic (adj)
- Relating to processes that build body tissues, especially muscle, and help the body grow stronger.
- Used to describe substances that increase tissue growth, often by affecting hormones in the body.
- In sports talk, describes drugs or methods meant to increase muscle and performance, sometimes illegally.
Anabolic (adjective)
Examples
- The trainer explained the anabolic effect on muscle growth.
- This program aims for an anabolic effect without harming health.