Word: hypogonadal
Part of speech: Adjective
Syllables: hy
po
go
na
dal
Definition: Of or pertaining to a defect of the reproductive system which results in lack of function of the gonads (ovaries or testes).
Morphemes:
Affix: hypo-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: Deficient; less than normal.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: ὑπο-
Language: grc
Decoded: upo-
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: denoting a small degree, gradual
Affix: gonad
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: The testicles; one of the two male reproductive glands that produce spermatozoa and secrete androgens
Etymology Compounds: Affix: γίγνομαι
Language: grc
Decoded: gignomai
Meaning: to be born
Affix: -η
Language: grc
Decoded: -e
Meaning: o-grade
Affix: -al
Language: en
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: Of or pertaining to. Adjectival suffix appended to various words, often nouns, to make an adjective form. Often added to words of Latin origin, but used with other words also.