Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

endogenous

Adjective

/ɛnˈdɒdʒənəs/

Definition

Originating from within an organism, system, or process.

Examples

The study focused on the endogenous factors that influence cell behavior.
Endogenous hormones play a crucial role in regulating physiological processes.
In economics, endogenous growth theory suggests that growth is primarily driven by internal processes.

Meaning

Endogenous refers to something that is produced or caused by factors within a system. In biology, it often describes substances or processes generated internally in an organism.