adrenaline
0 antonyms and opposites of adrenaline, grouped by meaning.
Noun — A hormone released in response to stress or excitement that speeds up the heart and boosts energy.
How to use adrenaline
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
Coined in 1901 by the Japanese chemist Jokichi Takamine from adrenal + -ine.
Full origin of adrenaline →Frequently asked questions
What does “adrenaline” mean?
The word “adrenaline” means a hormone released in response to stress or excitement that speeds up the heart and boosts energy. In plain terms, the "fight or flight" hormone, or more casually, the rush of excitement it causes.
How do you pronounce “adrenaline”?
“Adrenaline” is pronounced uh-DREH-nuh-lihn (/əˈdɹɛnəlɪn/ in IPA).
How do you use “adrenaline” in a sentence?
Here is “adrenaline” used in a sentence: “Her heart raced as adrenaline kicked in before the race.”
What part of speech is “adrenaline”?
“Adrenaline” is a noun.
Where does the word “adrenaline” come from?
The word “adrenaline” dates back to around 1901 and comes from Japanese. Coined in 1901 by the Japanese chemist Jokichi Takamine from adrenal + -ine.
Is “adrenaline” a common word?
“Adrenaline” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C1 level.
How many meanings does “adrenaline” have?
“Adrenaline” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a hormone released in response to stress or excitement that speeds up the heart and boosts energy.