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Vocabulary Entry
circadian
|adjective • noun
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A
adjective
Relating to the natural cycle of physical, mental, and behavioral changes in living organisms that typically cycle around a 24-hour period.
Example Sentences
"Her sleep patterns are heavily influenced by her circadian rhythms."
"The study focused on circadian behaviors in various animal species."
"Many people use light therapy to help reset their circadian clock."
N
noun
A biological process or cycle that occurs in living organisms on a roughly 24-hour basis.
Example Sentences
"Circadian is often used to describe the body's internal clock."
"The circadian of plants can affect their flowering times."
"Disruptions to the circadian can lead to health issues."