adrenal

/ædˈrɛnəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to the adrenal glands or their functions

“The adrenal system plays a crucial role in the body’s stress response.”

2. noun

either of two small endocrine glands located at the top of each kidney, that secrete hormones that are involved in the body’s response to stress, fear, and anxiety

“The doctor examined the patient’s adrenal glands to diagnose the condition.”

Synonyms

  • cortical
  • hypotheses
  • interrenal
  • suprarenal

Antonyms

  • hypothalamus