exergual

/ɛksˈɛrɡwəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of a function or thing that operates outside or beyond a given system or boundary

“The exergual forces operating in the ecosystem posed significant challenges for environmental scientists.”

2. noun

an exergual system or process

“The development of the exergual system has been hailed as a breakthrough in renewable energy.”

Synonyms

  • external
  • extrinsic

Antonyms

  • internal
  • intrinsic