agonista
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/ˌæɡəˈnɪstə/
contestant or activator
Etymology
'agonista' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'agōnistēs,' where 'agōn' meant 'contest' or 'struggle.'
'agōnistēs' transformed into the Latin word 'agonista,' and eventually became the modern English word 'agonista.'
Initially, it meant 'contestant in a struggle,' but over time it evolved into its current meanings in both general and biochemical contexts.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who is engaged in a struggle or contest; a competitor or contestant.
The agonista trained for months to prepare for the championship.
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Noun 2
in biochemistry, a substance that initiates a physiological response when combined with a receptor.
The drug acts as an agonista, binding to the receptor and triggering a response.
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Last updated: 2025/06/02 11:06