Definitions
There are 4 meanings of the word
Agonist.
Agonist - as a noun
The principal character in a work of fiction
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
protagonist14Hypernyms (Closely Related)
character16fictional characterfictitious characterHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A muscle that contracts while another relaxes
Example: "When bending the elbow the biceps are the agonist"
(biochemistry) a drug that can combine with a receptor on a cell to produce a physiological reaction
Example Sentences
"The drug acts as an agonist by binding to the receptors and activating them."
"The new medication is an agonist that mimics the natural chemical messenger in the body."
"The scientist studied the effects of the agonist on the muscle cells."
"The doctor prescribed an agonist to help manage the patient's chronic pain."
"Researchers are investigating potential agonists for the treatment of Parkinson's disease."
Word Game Points
Is AGONIST a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, agonist is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
AGONIST has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.
Is AGONIST a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, agonist is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordAGONIST has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.
Is AGONIST a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, agonist is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordAGONIST has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.
