neurochemical

[ noor-oh-kem-i-kuhl, nyoor- ]

adjective

1. of or relating to neurochemistry.
2. (of a drug or other substance) affecting the nervous system.

noun

1. a drug or other substance that affects the nervous system.

Word History and Origins

Origin of neurochemical¹

First recorded in 1945–50; neuro- + chemical

Example Sentences

When it comes to juicing neurochemical hits in the brain, the target of hatred doesn’t matter.

From Salon

The researchers were also interested in identifying the neurochemicals that interact with emotion regulation systems.

From Science Daily

In a new study, a group of researchers, led by Dr. Joshua Goldberg from the Hebrew University, describe a new kind of neurochemical wave in the brain.

From Science Daily

The book breaks down the neurochemical influences that contribute to human behaviors, analyzing the milliseconds to centuries preceding, say, the pulling of a trigger or the suggestive touch on an arm.

From Los Angeles Times

There's a difference between things that you crave, things that trigger certain neurochemical responses and hard drugs.

From Salon