Definition

Related to the study of how living organisms function and their physical and chemical processes.

Example

The physiologic response to stress can vary from person to person.

Conversation

I just read an article about how physiologic changes affect our mood.

That sounds interesting! What did it say?

It explained how our body chemistry can really influence our emotions.

I guess that makes sense; it's all connected, right?

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Physiologic → It is formed from "physio-" (from Greek "phusis", meaning nature) and "-logic" (from Greek "logia", meaning study or science). The word "physiologic" refers to the study or science of natural processes in living organisms.

Memory Tip

Think of 'nature' ('physio-') being studied ('-logic') — that's what physiologic means.

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