Definitions

hormone

[hawr-mohn] / ˈhɔr moʊn /

NOUN

contraceptive

Synonyms

STRONGEST

condom diaphragm pill

STRONG

IUD armor coil foam jelly loop preventative prophylactic ring rubber safety shield sponge

WEAK

barrier method intrauterine device planned parenthood preventive medicine rhythm method spermicidal cream vaginal suppository

Example Sentences

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"Maternal Thyroid Hormone Imbalance and Risk of Autism Spectrum Disorder," was published online, ahead of print.

From Science Daily • Nov. 29, 2025

Hormone therapy is approved for the treatment of hot flashes, night sweats and bone loss.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 16, 2025

Hormone levels might dip or bleeding might increase.

From Salon • Jul. 2, 2025

Hormone suppressors also remain available for patients receiving the drugs for other uses, such as early-onset puberty.

From BBC • Aug. 27, 2024

Hormone is employed a good deal in the literature of the subject.

From The Glands Regulating Personality by Berman, Louis, M.D.

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