anorexigenic
Upper-Intermediate (B2)
IPA: /ˌænəˈrɛksɪdʒɪnɪk/
KK: /ˌænəˈrɛksɪdʒɪnɪk/
adjective
Definition
Relating to something that causes a loss of appetite or induces anorexia.
Example
Certain medications can have anorexigenic effects, leading to reduced food intake.
Conversation
Have you heard about that anorexigenic diet trend?
Yeah, I read it can suppress appetite, but it sounds risky.
I know, right? It's concerning how some people chase quick results.
Absolutely, health should always come first over any fad.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
appetite-suppressing
hunger-reducing
weight-loss
Antonyms
appetite-stimulating
hunger-inducing
weight-gaining
noun
Definition
A substance that suppresses appetite or reduces the desire to eat.
Example
The doctor prescribed an anorexigenic medication to help manage the patient's weight.
Conversation
Have you heard about that new anorexigenic medication?
No, I haven't! What does it do?
It helps reduce appetite, but it's pretty controversial.
Root Explanation
Anorexigenic is formed from "anorexia" (from Greek "anorexia", meaning lack of appetite) and "-genic" (from Greek "genes", meaning producing or causing). The word describes something that causes a lack of appetite.
Memory Tip
Think of 'anorexia' meaning a lack of appetite and '-genic' meaning producing — so anorexigenic refers to something that produces a lack of appetite.
Visually Confused Words
origenic
anogenic