hypertrophy (Meaning)
Wordnet
hypertrophy (n)
abnormal enlargement of a body part or organ
Wordnet
hypertrophy (v)
undergo hypertrophy
Webster
hypertrophy (n.)
A condition of overgrowth or excessive development of an organ or part; -- the opposite of atrophy.
Synonyms & Antonyms of hypertrophy
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hypertrophy Sentence Examples
- Exercise can induce hypertrophy, leading to increased muscle mass.
- Cardiac hypertrophy refers to the enlargement of the heart muscle in response to stress.
- Hypertrophy of the salivary glands can result from chronic stimulation.
- Bone hypertrophy may occur as a result of excessive mechanical loading.
- Hypertrophy of the uterus occurs during pregnancy to accommodate the growing fetus.
- Liver hypertrophy can be caused by various factors, including alcohol consumption.
- Certain hormones, such as growth hormone, can promote muscle hypertrophy.
- Muscle hypertrophy is a desired outcome of resistance training.
- Hypertrophy of the prostate gland is a common condition in elderly men.
- Tissue hypertrophy can occur in response to a variety of factors, including inflammation and injury.
FAQs About the word hypertrophy
abnormal enlargement of a body part or organ, undergo hypertrophyA condition of overgrowth or excessive development of an organ or part; -- the opposite of atro
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
Exercise can induce hypertrophy, leading to increased muscle mass.
Cardiac hypertrophy refers to the enlargement of the heart muscle in response to stress.
Hypertrophy of the salivary glands can result from chronic stimulation.
Bone hypertrophy may occur as a result of excessive mechanical loading.
