Synonyms of physiological

physiological

adjective

variants or physiologic

as in physical

of or relating to the functioning of living bodies or their parts

People often have a physiological response to fear, such as sweating or shaking.

Synonyms & Similar Words

• physical
• anatomic
• anatomical
• somatic
• bodily
• corporeal
• animal
• corporal
• sensual
• carnal
• sensuous
• material
• fleshly
• hand-to-hand

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• psychological
• mental
• inner
• intellectual
• cerebral
• psychologic
• spiritual
• immaterial
• psychical
• metaphysical
• psychic
• insubstantial
• incorporeal
• ethereal
• bodiless
• nonphysical
• nonmaterial

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of physiological

Now researchers at Japan’s Osaka University have uncovered the physiological mechanism behind Belgica antarctica’s mastery of the cold — one that’s never been observed in any other species. —Cody Cottier, Discover Magazine, 8 Mar. 2025

These proteins play different physiological roles – GRK1 primarily regulates vision, while GRK2 is involved in heart function and cell proliferation. —Priyanka Naik, The Conversation, 7 Mar. 2025

The physiological mechanism and effect of resistance exercise on cognitive function in the elderly people. —Dan Perry, Newsweek, 2 Mar. 2025

An April 2021 study published in Scientific Reports tracked individuals ranging from 2 to 99 years old — and found no evidence of physiological decline with age in several key systems​. —Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 29 Mar. 2025