endocrine
EN-duh-krin
Definition
Relating to glands that secrete hormones directly into the bloodstream to regulate bodily functions and physiology.
Etymology
Derived from the Greek words 'endon' meaning 'within' and 'krinein' meaning 'to separate' or 'secrete,' reflecting how these glands secrete substances internally into the blood.
In the news
In the article, the term describes the system the researchers initially claimed 'power posing' could biologically transform, which was later proven to be scientifically inaccurate.
The famous claim that standing like a superhero floods you with hormones was debunked, even by its own author, but a smaller and sturdier truth survived: adjusting your posture really can lift how confident you feel in the moment, without changing who you ar
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