PHYSIOLOGICAL Synonyms: 31 Similar and Opposite Words

physiological

adjective

variants or physiologic

Definition of physiological

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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.

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Recent Examples of physiological Researchers have found evidence that human body odors and secretions can influence physiological or psychological responses in other people. — Teresa Mull, FOXNews.com, 29 Aug. 2026 About 50% reached a physiological strain index of 6 or greater on a 0-to-10 scale that combines heart rate and core temperature to measure how hard the body is working to cope with heat. — Julian L. Gallegos, The Conversation, 27 Aug. 2026 Still, as better heat management becomes another performance advantage, perception alone can make a difference, says Kirk-Odunub, provided there’s been physiological preparation as well. — Nadia Neophytou, Chicago Tribune, 23 Aug. 2026 This 38% off discount gives runners, gym-goers, and wellness enthusiasts access to advanced physiological insights and durable performance without the strain of the standard retail price. — Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 21 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for physiological

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physical

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If physical gestures serve our relatives just fine, why did our own branch of the family tree gradually favor biological changes in our brains and anatomy that permitted our characteristic complexities in language and precision in speech?

— Mike McRae September 02, New Atlas, 3 Sep. 2026
His best explanations for this are pressure from shareholders to prioritize immediate returns over long-term investments, and years of obsession with digital that came at the expense of physical retail.

— Hilary Milnes, Vogue, 3 Sep. 2026

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