Testosterone (Noun)
Meaning
A potent androgenic hormone produced chiefly by the testes; responsible for the development of male secondary sex characteristics.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- The increase in testosterone levels during puberty led to the development of his deep voice and body hair.
- Low levels of testosterone have been linked to a range of health issues, including osteoporosis and fatigue.
- Testosterone replacement therapy has become increasingly popular as a treatment for men with low libido.
- The athletes were suspended from competition after testing positive for performance-enhancing anabolic steroids that artificially boost testosterone levels.
- Researchers have linked high levels of testosterone to aggressive behavior in both men and animals.