Pronunciation: /ˈædrən-/

Definitions of adren-

noun a combining form representing adrenal gland in compound words

Example Sentences

A1 Adrenaline is a hormone that helps the body respond to stress.

A2 I felt a surge of adrenaline when I saw the roller coaster for the first time.

B1 Athletes often experience an adrenaline rush before a big competition.

B2 The adrenalin levels in his body were off the charts due to the intense workout.

C1 The adrenocorticotropic hormone stimulates the adrenal glands to produce cortisol.

C2 The adrenal medulla secretes catecholamines like adrenaline in response to stress.

Examples of adren- in a Sentence

formal The adrenal glands produce hormones such as adrenaline.

informal I could feel my adrenaline pumping as I prepared for the race.

slang I love the rush of adrenalin when I go bungee jumping.

figurative His adrenalin-fueled excitement was palpable as he waited for the results.

Grammatical Forms of adren-

past tense

adrenalized

plural

adrens

comparative

more adrenal

superlative

most adrenal

present tense

adrenalize

future tense

will adrenalize

perfect tense

have adrenalized

continuous tense

is adrenalizing

singular

adren

positive degree

adrenal

infinitive

to adrenalize

gerund

adrenalizing

participle

adrenalized

Origin and Evolution of adren-

First Known Use: 1856 year
Language of Origin: Greek
Story behind the word: The word 'adren-' originates from the Greek word 'adren' meaning 'gland' or 'adrenal'.
Evolution of the word: Originally used in reference to the adrenal glands, the term 'adren-' has evolved to also be used in medical terminology to denote adrenaline or related substances.