B2 verb Neutre

adrenaline

/əˈdren.əl.ɪn/

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'.

Exemples

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1

I 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.

2

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.

3

That roller coaster was amazing; I'm still buzzing from the adrenaline!

The ride was great and I still feel very excited and energetic.

Famille de mots

Nom
adrenaline
Verb
adrenalize
Adjectif
adrenal
Apparenté
adrenalin
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Astuce mémo

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.

Quiz rapide

Skydiving is the ultimate activity for any ________ junkie looking for a thrill.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : adrenaline

Exemples

1

I felt a sudden rush of adrenaline when I saw the stage lights go up.

everyday

I experienced a quick burst of excitement and energy as the performance began.

2

The secretion of adrenaline serves as a physiological defense mechanism against perceived threats.

formal

Releasing this hormone is the body's natural way of protecting itself from danger.

3

That roller coaster was amazing; I'm still buzzing from the adrenaline!

informal

The ride was great and I still feel very excited and energetic.

4

Adrenaline increases blood flow to the muscles and heightens blood sugar levels for immediate energy.

academic

The hormone directs blood to muscles and raises sugar levels to provide quick power.

5

The high-stakes environment of the trading floor keeps the team's adrenaline levels high.

business

The intense pressure of the stock market keeps the employees very focused and energized.

Famille de mots

Nom
adrenaline
Verb
adrenalize
Adjectif
adrenal
Apparenté
adrenalin

Collocations courantes

adrenaline rush a sudden feeling of high energy
adrenaline junkie a person who loves dangerous or exciting activities
surge of adrenaline a large increase in the hormone level
pump adrenaline to produce the hormone in response to excitement
adrenaline-fueled driven by high energy or excitement

Phrases Courantes

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

Souvent confondu avec

adrenaline vs Cortisol

Cortisol is a long-term stress hormone, whereas adrenaline is for immediate, short-term 'fight or flight' reactions.

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Notes d'usage

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'.

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Erreurs courantes

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'.

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Astuce mémo

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.

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Origine du mot

Derived from the Latin 'ad' (to/near) and 'renes' (kidneys), because the adrenal glands are located right on top of the kidneys.

Modèles grammaticaux

Uncountable noun Commonly used with verbs like 'feel', 'get', 'pump', and 'surge'
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Contexte culturel

In Western culture, 'adrenaline junkie' is a common term for people who enjoy extreme sports like skydiving or bungee jumping.

Quiz rapide

Skydiving is the ultimate activity for any ________ junkie looking for a thrill.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : adrenaline

Mots lis

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C1

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C1

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C1

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C1

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C1

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C1

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