physiological
adjective
phys·i·o·log·i·cal
ˌfi-zē-ə-ˈlä-ji-kəl 
variants
or physiologic
1
: of or relating to physiology
2
: characteristic of or appropriate to an organism's healthy or normal functioning
the sodium level was physiological
3
: differing in, involving, or affecting physiological factors
a physiological strain of bacteria
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Sensors read a physiological signal, feed it back in real time, and the user learns to nudge it in a calmer direction.
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Samantha Agate,
Charlotte Observer,
3 July 2026
Two other metrics are more focused on the physiological effects of extreme heat on the human body.
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Andrew Freedman,
CNN Money,
3 July 2026
That foundational research established that physiological signals can be voluntarily shaped with practice when immediate feedback is provided, which is the same principle behind today’s consumer HRV biofeedback tools.
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Samantha Agate,
Kansas City Star,
2 July 2026
Every unnecessary physiological cost is not only a personal tax, but also one that reduces the quality of leadership the organization receives.
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Julian Hayes Ii,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
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Samantha Agate,
Charlotte Observer,
3 July 2026
Two other metrics are more focused on the physiological effects of extreme heat on the human body.
—
Andrew Freedman,
CNN Money,
3 July 2026
That foundational research established that physiological signals can be voluntarily shaped with practice when immediate feedback is provided, which is the same principle behind today’s consumer HRV biofeedback tools.
—
Samantha Agate,
Kansas City Star,
2 July 2026
Every unnecessary physiological cost is not only a personal tax, but also one that reduces the quality of leadership the organization receives.
—
Julian Hayes Ii,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
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“Physiological.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/physiological. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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physiological
adjective
phys·i·o·log·i·cal
ˌfiz-ē-ə-ˈläj-i-kəl
variants
or physiologic
1
: of or relating to physiology
2
: characteristic of healthy or normal functioning of the body
Medical Definition
physiological
adjective
phys·i·o·log·i·cal
ˌfiz-ē-ə-ˈläj-i-kəl
variants
or physiologic
1
: of or relating to physiology
2
: characteristic of or appropriate to an organism's healthy or normal functioning
3
: differing in, involving, or affecting physiological factors
a physiological strain of bacteria
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