noun
- Substances or agents that block or inhibit the action of hormones in the body; hormone antagonists.
Usage: Plural form; used in medical and biological contexts; Technical/scientific term
Examples
- Antihormones are used in cancer treatment to prevent tumor growth.
- The research team studied how antihormones affect hormone receptor binding.
- Some antihormones block estrogen receptors in breast tissue.
- Doctors prescribe certain antihormones to manage endocrine disorders.
- The development of new antihormones has improved treatment options for hormone-sensitive cancers.