inducible

/ˌɪndʒəˈsaɪbəl/; -ˈsɪbəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

capable of being induced or caused to occur, especially in response to a particular stimulus or condition

“The heat shock protein is inducible in response to high temperatures.”

2. noun

a gene or protein that is capable of being induced or activated in response to a particular stimulus or condition

“The inducible gene is activated by the binding of a specific transcription factor.”

Synonyms

  • activated
  • elicited

Antonyms

  • inhibitable
  • suppressed