endergonic

/ɛndərˈɡɒnɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

Describing a process or reaction that requires energy input.

“The endergonic process of cellular respiration requires oxygen to produce ATP.”

2. noun

A process or reaction that requires energy input.

“Cellular respiration is an example of an endergonic process in living organisms.”

Synonyms

  • endergonically activated
  • endergonically driven

Antonyms

  • exergonic
  • spontaneous