steroid
Translation
steroid
Examples
The athlete was banned for using steroids.
The athlete was banned for using steroids.
The doctor prescribed a steroid cream for the rash.
The doctor prescribed a steroid cream for the rash.
Grammar Patterns
to use/take steroids to consume steroids He was caught taking steroids.
a steroid ((noun)) used as an adjective a steroid cream
Similar Words
Synonyms: performance-enhancing drug, corticosteroid
Etymology
From Greek 'stereos' (solid) + '-oid' (like, form). Refers to a class of organic compounds with a specific four-ring structure.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'steroid' making muscles 'solid' like a stone ('stereos').