mitogenic

/ˌmaɪtəˈdʒɛnɪk/; /maɪˈtɒdʒɛnɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

Able to cause mitosis or the production of new cells.

“The researcher studied the mitogenic properties of the new plant growth hormone.”

2. noun

A substance that induces mitosis or the formation of new cells.

“The scientist isolated a mitogenic compound from the bacteria’s cell culture.”

3. verb

To cause mitosis or the production of new cells.

“The medication was shown to mitogenically stimulate the immune system.”

Synonyms

  • mitogenic
  • proliferative
  • stimulatory

Antonyms

  • anti-proliferative
  • cytotoxic