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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

agonists

/ˈæɡənɪsts/ noun · British & US
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What does agonists mean?

noun

A person or thing that competes with another in a contest or competition, or a chemical substance that binds to a receptor and triggers a response.

Example

"The two athletes were agonists in the Olympic games, competing for the gold medal."

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