auxinically

/ɒˈksɪnɪkli/ (ox-in-ik-lee)

Definitions

1. adverb

in a way that affects or relates to auxins, especially in plant growth and development.

“The plant’s growth was auxinically stimulated by the new fertilizer.”

2. adjective

relating to or affecting auxins, especially in plant growth and development.

“The auxinically sensitive plants responded well to the new treatment.”

Synonyms

  • hormonally
  • phytically

Antonyms

  • inhibitorily
  • negatively