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pharmacologic

adjective · noun

Simple meaning

Related to the science or study of drugs: their preparation and properties and uses and effects.

Pronunciation

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IPA pronunciation (US)

fɑɹməkəˈlɑdʒɪk

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Definition

Everyday modern meanings first, grouped by part of speech.

adjective

  1. pharmacology

    Of or relating to pharmacology

noun

  1. Such a drug

Word at a Glance

Difficulty
C2 · Proficient (estimated)
Frequency
Rare

Word Aura™

How this word commonly comes across.

This meaning: Of or relating to pharmacology

Used this way, pharmacologic is a reasonably familiar word that usually carries little praise or criticism of its own. It usually sounds natural in a wide range of settings.

Emotional tone
Neutral
Formality
Neutral
Intensity
Not strongly marked
How common
Moderately common
Connotation
No strong connotation
Usage feel
Neutral and straightforward

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pharmacologic treatmentpharmacologic therapypharmacologic managementpharmacologic effectpharmacologic actionpharmacologic interventionpharmacologic activitypharmacologic response

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Word Family

Related forms, grouped by how they connect.

Word family

Words built from the same root.

  • pharmacologynounScientific field · specialist

    The science or study of drugs: their preparation and properties and uses and effects.

  • pharmacistnounPerson or profession

    A health professional trained in the art of preparing and dispensing drugs.

  • pharmacynounDerived noun · specialist

    The art and science of preparing and dispensing drugs and medicines,.

  • pharmacologicaladjectiveDerived adjective

    Related to the science or study of drugs: their preparation and properties and uses and effects.

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