Steroidal
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈstɛɹɔɪdəl/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Steroidal is an adjective meaning (biochemistry) Of, being, or derived from a steroid.
Meaning
(biochemistry) Of, being, or derived from a steroid.
More Meanings
- (by extension, chiefly economics) Characterized by rapid growth, especially growth that is unsustainable or out of line with economic fundamentals or expectations.
Example Sentences
The JP Morgan tower is not a one-off, but merely the first of a whole new breed of steroidal supertalls.
Weaning China off steroidal industrial policies that feel good in the short run but are toxic in the long run is the key to sustained, high-quality growth and reconciliation of international disputes.
Antonyms for steroidal
Common opposites include nonsteroidal.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include antiandrogen, sapogenin, saponin, antiandrogens, sapogenins, saponins.
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