dopaminergic

/ˌdow.pəmɪˈnɜː(ɹ)dʒɪk/

dow · PƏMꞮNꞫː(ɹ)DƷꞮK (2 syllables)

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Definition

Containing, involving, or transmitting dopamine; involving dopamine receptor agonism.

Etymology

From dopamine + -ergic.

Example Sentences

  • "The nucleus accumbens is one of the most studied nuclei in the dopaminergic system."
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