norepinephrine
noun/ˌnɔrˌɛpɪˈnɛfrɪn/
Frequency rank: #18,562 most common English word
Meaning
A hormone and neurotransmitter that increases heart rate and prepares the body for action in response to stress.
Example sentence
During moments of intense stress, the brain releases norepinephrine to help the body respond quickly to danger.
Synonyms & related words
- noradrenaline
- adrenaline
- catecholamine
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