adrenaline
A hormone produced by the body during times of stress, fear, or excitement that increases heart rate and energy levels. It is often associated with the 'fight or flight' response and the feeling of a physical 'rush'.
أمثلة
3 من 5I felt a sudden rush of adrenaline when I saw the stage lights go up.
I experienced a quick burst of excitement and energy as the performance began.
The secretion of adrenaline serves as a physiological defense mechanism against perceived threats.
Releasing this hormone is the body's natural way of protecting itself from danger.
That roller coaster was amazing; I'm still buzzing from the adrenaline!
The ride was great and I still feel very excited and energetic.
المرادفات
الأضداد
عائلة الكلمة
نصيحة للحفظ
Think of 'Add-to-the-Engine'. Adrenaline is like fuel that is 'added' to your body's 'engine' to make you go faster and stronger during a crisis.
اختبار سريع
Skydiving is the ultimate activity for any ________ junkie looking for a thrill.
صحيح!
الإجابة الصحيحة هي: adrenaline
أمثلة
I felt a sudden rush of adrenaline when I saw the stage lights go up.
everydayI experienced a quick burst of excitement and energy as the performance began.
The secretion of adrenaline serves as a physiological defense mechanism against perceived threats.
formalReleasing this hormone is the body's natural way of protecting itself from danger.
That roller coaster was amazing; I'm still buzzing from the adrenaline!
informalThe ride was great and I still feel very excited and energetic.
Adrenaline increases blood flow to the muscles and heightens blood sugar levels for immediate energy.
academicThe hormone directs blood to muscles and raises sugar levels to provide quick power.
The high-stakes environment of the trading floor keeps the team's adrenaline levels high.
businessThe intense pressure of the stock market keeps the employees very focused and energized.
المرادفات
الأضداد
عائلة الكلمة
تلازمات شائعة
العبارات الشائعة
get the adrenaline pumping
to start feeling very excited or energized
pure adrenaline
a state of total excitement or high energy
adrenaline kick
a momentary feeling of intense energy
يُخلط عادةً مع
Cortisol is a long-term stress hormone, whereas adrenaline is for immediate, short-term 'fight or flight' reactions.
ملاحظات الاستخدام
Adrenaline is mostly used as an uncountable noun. While 'adrenalize' exists as a verb, it is quite rare in common conversation; usually, people use 'adrenaline rush' or 'get the adrenaline pumping'.
أخطاء شائعة
Learners often try to use adrenaline as a verb (e.g., 'The news adrenalined me'). Instead, use 'The news gave me an adrenaline rush' or 'The news got my adrenaline pumping'.
نصيحة للحفظ
Think of 'Add-to-the-Engine'. Adrenaline is like fuel that is 'added' to your body's 'engine' to make you go faster and stronger during a crisis.
أصل الكلمة
Derived from the Latin 'ad' (to/near) and 'renes' (kidneys), because the adrenal glands are located right on top of the kidneys.
أنماط نحوية
السياق الثقافي
In Western culture, 'adrenaline junkie' is a common term for people who enjoy extreme sports like skydiving or bungee jumping.
اختبار سريع
Skydiving is the ultimate activity for any ________ junkie looking for a thrill.
صحيح!
الإجابة الصحيحة هي: adrenaline
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