Definition

Relating to substances or agents that have an effect on nerve tissue or the nervous system.

Example

The neurotropic properties of the drug make it effective in treating nerve injuries.

Conversation

I just read about a neurotropic substance that can help with nerve regeneration.

That sounds really interesting! How does it work?

It specifically targets nerve tissue, which makes it different from other treatments.

Wow, I didn’t know there were things like that. It’s amazing what science can do!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Neurotropic → It is formed from "neuro-" (from Greek "neuron", meaning nerve) and "tropic" (from Greek "tropikos", meaning turning or having an affinity for). The word "neurotropic" refers to substances or factors that have an affinity for or influence on nerve cells.

Memory Tip

Think of 'nerve' ('neuro-') and 'having an affinity for' ('tropic') — this helps you remember that neurotropic relates to things that affect or turn towards nerves.

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