Nonsteroidal (Adjective)
Meaning
Not steroidal or not having the effects of steroid hormones.
Classification
Relational adjectives (pertainyms).
Examples
- The doctor prescribed a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medication to reduce the patient's pain and inflammation.
- Nonsteroidal creams are often used to treat skin conditions such as eczema and acne.
- The athlete was given a nonsteroidal treatment to help her recover from a muscle injury.
- The researcher studied the effects of nonsteroidal compounds on plant growth and development.
- The nonsteroidal medication was designed to provide relief from menstrual cramps without the side effects of hormonal treatments.