anorexigenic

adjective

Meaning

Causing a loss of appetite or suppressing the desire to eat.

Examples

Many stimulant medications have an anorexigenic effect that can lead to unintended weight loss.
Researchers are testing a new compound with anorexigenic properties to treat metabolic disorders.

Synonyms: appetite-suppressing, anorectic, anti-obesity, satiating

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anorexigenic

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˌæn.ə.rek.sɪˈdʒen.ɪk/

Definition

Causing a loss of appetite or suppressing the desire to eat.

Examples

Many stimulant medications have an anorexigenic effect that can lead to unintended weight loss.
Researchers are testing a new compound with anorexigenic properties to treat metabolic disorders.

Synonyms of anorexigenic

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Antonyms of anorexigenic

Words with the opposite meaning to anorexigenic:

orexigenic

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