endogenous

• Qualifie ce qui provient de l'intérieur d'un organisme, d'un tissu ou d'un système, ou qui y est produit, par opposition à exogène.

Describes something originating or produced from within an organism, tissue, or system.

1. Originating from within an organismC1formalscientific

   Produced or growing from within an organism, tissue, or cell.

   endogène

   • Endogenous hormones are produced naturally by the body.
   • The plant's endogenous growth patterns were studied by botanists.
   • Endogenous factors can influence the development of diseases.

   Synonymesendogenicinherentinnateinternalintrinsic

   Antonymesexogenous

2. Relating to internal causesC2formalscientific

   Having a cause that originates inside a system, rather than from external influences.

   Endogène (causes internes)

   • The endogenous rhythm of the heart is regulated by internal pacemakers.
   • Economists analyze both endogenous and exogenous variables in their models.
   • Endogenous depression is thought to be caused by biochemical imbalances.

   Synonymesinherentinnateinsideinternalintrinsic

   Antonymesexogenousexternalextrinsic