Definition

A man-made hormone that reduces the effects of male hormones in the body, often used in medical treatments.

Example

Cyproterone is commonly prescribed to treat conditions related to excessive male hormone levels.

Conversation

Have you heard about cyproterone?

Yeah, isn't it a medication for hormonal issues?

Exactly! It helps inhibit testosterone effects in the body.

That sounds interesting; I wonder how it works in detail.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Cyproterone is formed from "cypro-" (derived from the Greek island of Cyprus, associated with the goddess Aphrodite) and "-terone" (a suffix used in chemistry to denote a steroid). The word refers to a synthetic steroid that is related to the hormonal activity associated with the island's historical connections to fertility and femininity.

Memory Tip

Think of the connection to 'Cyprus' and its association with fertility, which helps you remember that 'cyproterone' is a synthetic steroid related to hormonal activity.

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