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serotonin

1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for serotonin, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Noun — A brain chemical that helps regulate mood, appetite, and feelings of well-being.

Synonyms

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5-hydroxytryptamine

How to use serotonin

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serotonin levels boost serotonin serotonin reuptake

Etymology

Coined from "sero-" (from serum) plus "tone" and the chemical suffix "-in."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “serotonin” mean?

The word “serotonin” means a brain chemical that helps regulate mood, appetite, and feelings of well-being. In plain terms, a chemical messenger in the brain that helps control mood and happiness.

How do you pronounce “serotonin”?

“Serotonin” is pronounced seh-ruh-TOH-nihn (/ˌsɛɹəˈtoʊnɪn/ in IPA).

How do you use “serotonin” in a sentence?

Here is “serotonin” used in a sentence: “Exercise is known to boost serotonin levels naturally.”

What part of speech is “serotonin”?

“Serotonin” is a noun.

Is “serotonin” a common word?

“Serotonin” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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