Definition

Relating to or caused by the nerves or nervous system.

Example

The patient was diagnosed with a neurogenic disorder that affected his movement.

Conversation

Did you read that article about neurogenic disorders?

Yeah, it was really interesting how they affect so many people.

I didn't realize they could be caused by issues in the nervous system.

Me neither! It's fascinating how much our nerves influence our health.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Neurogenic → It is formed from "neuro-" (from Greek "neuron", meaning nerve) and "genic" (from Greek "genes", meaning born of or produced by). The word "neurogenic" refers to something that is produced by or related to nerves.

Memory Tip

Think of 'nerve' ('neuro-') and 'produced by' ('genic') to remember that 'neurogenic' means something that is produced by nerves.

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