Definition

Happening or located inside a cell.

Example

The study focused on intracellular processes that affect cell behavior.

Conversation

I read an interesting article about intracellular processes in biology.

Oh really? What did it say about them?

It explained how certain functions happen within the cell, which is pretty cool.

That sounds fascinating! I love learning about how cells work.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Intracellular is formed from "intra-" (meaning within) and "cellula" (from Latin, meaning small room or chamber). The word refers to something that is located within a cell.

Memory Tip

Think of 'intra-' meaning 'within' and 'cellula' meaning 'small room' — this helps you remember that 'intracellular' refers to something that is inside a cell.

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