hormonal

adjective

hor·​mon·​al hȯr-ˈmō-nᵊl 

1

: of, relating to, utilizing, or produced by hormones

hormonal changes

hormonal therapy

2

: markedly influenced or affected by hormones (such as sex hormones) : exhibiting behavior characteristic of increasing or fluctuating hormone levels

moody hormonal teenagers

hormonally

hȯr-ˈmō-nᵊl-ē 

adverb

Examples of hormonal in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Many of these genes code for proteins involved in hormonal or metabolic pathways (sequence of reactions in which one substance converts to another) that are the basis for PCOS symptoms. —Laura Young, Verywell Health, 22 Jan. 2025

They are often used to treat individuals experiencing hormonal imbalances or deficiencies. —Sandra Rose Salathe, Flow Space, 21 Jan. 2025

People who are pregnant should be cautious, as flaxseeds might have mild hormonal effects. —Johna Burdeos, Health, 20 Jan. 2025

For example, pregnancy and pregnancy complications, endometriosis, and hormonal birth control use are all associated with a higher chance of stroke. —Sarah Klein, SELF, 16 Jan. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1926, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

hormonal

adjective

hor·​mon·​al hȯr-ˈmōn-ᵊl 

: of, relating to, or brought about by hormones

Medical Definition

hormonal

adjective

hor·​mon·​al hȯr-ˈmōn-ᵊl 

1

: of, relating to, utilizing, or produced by hormones

hormonal changes

hormonal disorders

hormonal contraceptive methods

2

: markedly influenced or affected by hormones (as sex hormones) : exhibiting behavior characteristic of increasing or fluctuating hormone levels

hormonal teenagers

hormonally

-ᵊl-ē 

adverb

hormonally active