noun
- a natural chemical produced by the brain that reduces pain and creates feelings of pleasure or well-being
Usage: biochemistry; often used in plural form
Examples
- Exercise releases endorphins that make you feel good.
- The runner’s high is caused by endorphins flooding the brain.
- Chocolate consumption can trigger the release of endorphins.
- Her endorphin levels increased after the workout.
- Endorphins help the body cope with stress and pain.
- The body’s natural endorphins kicked in during the marathon.