physiological

Often phys·i·o·log·ic

[fiz-ee-uh-loj-i-kuhl]

adjective

1. of or relating to physiology.

2. consistent with the normal functioning of an organism.

Other Word Forms

• physiologically adverb
• nonphysiologic adjective
• nonphysiological adjective
• nonphysiologically adverb
• unphysiological adjective
• unphysiologically adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of physiological¹

First recorded in 1600–10; physiolog(y) + -ical

Example Sentences

Using a combination of physiological tests, live imaging, and genomic analysis, the research team uncovered how T. oblongifolia coordinates multiple biological systems to survive.

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This physiological effect, which occurs when your body decides whether it needs to confront, flee or freeze in response to what it perceives as imminent danger, increases your heart rate, adrenaline levels and anxiety.

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For me, it’s mental, not so much physiological.

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The BBB is a cellular and physiological shield that separates brain tissue from circulating blood, helping block pathogens and toxins.

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Unlike left- or right-handedness, which describe objectively measurable traits, “nonbinary” identities have no anatomical or physiological referent.

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Related Words

• corporal 
• corporeal 
• physical