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neurotransmitters

noun
/ˈnjʊə.rəʊ.trænsˌmɪt.ərs/

Meaning

Chemical messengers that transmit signals across nerve synapses, affecting mood, behavior, and cognitive functions.

Example Sentences

Serotonin and dopamine are key neurotransmitters affecting mood.

Synonyms

brain chemicals, synaptic messengers, neurological signals

Antonyms

neuroinhibitors, blockers, suppressors

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