SOMATIC Synonyms: 32 Similar and Opposite Words

somatic

adjective

sō-ˈma-tik

Definition of somatic next

as in physical

of or relating to the human body a somatic disorder that was once thought to be "all in the patient's head"

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Recent Examples of somatic The Global Wellness Summit named nervous system regulation wellness’ next frontier for 2026, and somatic practices sit at the center of that shift. —

Allison Palmer, Miami Herald, 6 May 2026 Researchers haven’t yet figured out how to tailor psychedelic regimens to the unique social, somatic, and psychological profiles of racial minorities. —

Jerel Ezell, STAT, 1 May 2026 Then, as an adult, Bruce started reading books on somatic therapy and the inner child. —

Charles Trepany, USA Today, 28 Apr. 2026 And yet researchers examining muscle tissue from children with Duchenne have detected healthy cells capable of making normal dystrophin, evidence of a somatic mutation autocorrecting the inherited one. —

Jerome Groopman, New Yorker, 6 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for somatic

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The affidavit states that Dunmars parked in front of Hayes’ vehicle, partially blocking her path, before a physical fight allegedly broke out involving Dunmars’ daughter and two of Hayes’ daughters.

— Angelique Brenes, PEOPLE, 16 May 2026
And with more than 20 miles of trails on the property to explore, the natural surroundings here cannot help but enhance members’ mental and physical well-being.

— Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 16 May 2026