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agonist

/ˈæ.ɡɘ.nɪst/

Bedeutung 1

a substance that initiates a response in a cell

“The new drug acts as an agonist in the brain.”
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Bedeutung 2

A substance that activates a receptor.

“The agonist triggered a strong response in the body.”
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Illustration von agonist: A substance that activates a receptor.

Bedeutung 3

a muscle that directly causes a specific movement

“The agonist contracted to lift the heavy object.”
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Illustration von agonist: a muscle that directly causes a specific movement