How do you pronounce homeostasis?

homeostasis is pronounced as /ˌhoʊmi.oʊˈsteɪsɪs/.

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homeostasis

⚖️homeostasis

noun

/ˌhoʊmi.oʊˈsteɪsɪs/

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Meaning

The ability of a living system or organism to maintain internal stability despite changes in external conditions.

The tendency toward a relatively stable equilibrium between interdependent elements, especially as maintained by physiological processes.

The process of maintaining balance in the body's internal environment

Example Sentences

Sweating helps the body maintain homeostasis in hot weather.

The human body maintains homeostasis through temperature regulation.

The body maintains homeostasis through temperature regulation.

Synonyms

balance, equilibrium, stability, regulation, Balance, Stability, Equilibrium

Entry 1

balance, equilibrium, stability, regulation

Entry 2

equilibrium, stability, balance

Entry 3

Balance, Stability, Equilibrium

Antonyms

imbalance, instability, fluctuation, Imbalance, Disruption, Instability

Entry 1

imbalance, instability

Entry 2

imbalance, fluctuation, instability

Entry 3

Imbalance, Disruption, Instability

Collocations

maintain homeostasis, body homeostasis, cellular homeostasis

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