Teratogenic
Pronunciation: /ˈtiˈɹætˈɑɡˈiˈnɪk/
Teratogenic (adjective)
- Able to cause birth defects or abnormalities in a developing baby.
Examples
- The drug was found to be teratogenic in animal studies.
- Researchers are studying the teratogenic effects of certain chemicals.
Common collocations: teratogenic effects, teratogenic risk, teratogenic potential