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agonist and antagonist
AG-oh-nist and an-TAG-oh-nist
ˈæɡənɪst ænd ænˈtæɡənɪstListen
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Syllable breakdown
agonistandantagonist
Dictionary meaning
an agonist is a drug that binds to and activates a receptor, producing a biological response mimicking the natural neurotransmitter; an antagonist binds to the same receptor but blocks activation, preventing the natural ligand from exerting its effect; partial agonists activate receptors at sub-maximal levels
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