Anabolism
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /əˈnæ.bəˌlɪ.zəm/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Anabolism is a noun meaning The constructive metabolism of the body, as distinguished from catabolism.
Meaning
The constructive metabolism of the body, as distinguished from catabolism.
Example Sentences
We used to think bodybuilding was all about anabolism by way of turning on testosterone and growth hormone secretion.
Word Forms
- anabolisms
Antonyms for anabolism
Common opposites include catabolism, dissimilation, katabolism.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include katabolism, catabolism, anabolite, ametabolism, disassimilation, catabolin.
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