calorigenic

/ˌkæləˈrɪdʒɛnɪk, ˌkælɒrɪˈɡɛnɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

Producing or giving off heat

“The calorigenic properties of the newly discovered compound could have significant implications for medicine.”

2. noun

A substance or process that produces or gives off heat

“The researchers studied the calorigenic effects of various materials in a controlled laboratory setting.”

Synonyms

  • heat-producing
  • thermogenic

Antonyms

  • cold-producing
  • cryogenic