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Meaning of teratogenic
The primary meaning of the word "teratogenic" refers to the ability of a substance or agent to cause malformations or birth defects in a developing fetus.
Etymology of teratogenic
The word "teratogenic" originates from the Greek words "teras" meaning monster and "gen" meaning producing, and the suffix "-ic" which forms an adjective
The term was first used in the mid-20th century to describe substances that could cause birth defects
Synonyms
harmful
toxic
poisonous
noxious
deleterious
damaging
injurious
hurtful
destructive
calamitous
disastrous
catastrophic
devastating
deleterious
pernicious
malignant
maleficent
baleful
baneful
nocuous
detrimental
disadvantageous
adverse
unfavorable
inimical
hostile
destructive
corrupting
contaminating
polluting
Definitions
- Relating to or causing malformations of an embryo or fetus
- * Capable of producing congenital anomalies
- * Causing or relating to the production of physical malformations in the developing embryo or fetus
Usage Examples
- The new medication was found to be teratogenic, and its use during pregnancy was strongly advised against
- * Exposure to certain chemicals has been shown to be teratogenic, resulting in an increased risk of birth defects
- * The teratogenic effects of the drug were not fully understood until after it had been on the market for several years