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AGONIST

(noun)
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Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Agonist.

Agonist - as a noun

The principal character in a work of fiction

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
protagonist
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
characterfictional characterfictitious character
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Someone involved in a contest or battle (as in an agon)

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
antagonist

A muscle that contracts while another relaxes

Example: "When bending the elbow the biceps are the agonist"

(biochemistry) a drug that can combine with a receptor on a cell to produce a physiological reaction

Example Sentences

"The drug acts as an agonist by binding to the receptors and activating them."
"The new medication is an agonist that mimics the natural chemical messenger in the body."
"The scientist studied the effects of the agonist on the muscle cells."
"The doctor prescribed an agonist to help manage the patient's chronic pain."
"Researchers are investigating potential agonists for the treatment of Parkinson's disease."
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Word Game Points

Is AGONIST a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, agonist is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

AGONIST has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.

Is AGONIST a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, agonist is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
AGONIST has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.

Is AGONIST a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, agonist is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
AGONIST has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.

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