English / word
synaptic
adjective C2MEANING IN ENGLISH
Relating to a synapse or synapses, the junctions between nerve cells.
In context
01
Learning strengthens synaptic connections in the brain.
02
Synaptic connections strengthen as we learn new things.
Synonyms
neural,neuronal,neurochemical
Antonyms
non-synaptic
Collocations
synaptic plasticity,synaptic transmission,synaptic connection