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Exogenous

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense 1:

Definition: Originating or coming from outside of an organism, system, or group.

Example sentence: The exogenous factors such as climate change and pollution have a significant impact on the ecosystem.

Sense 2:

Definition: Derived or developed externally, rather than within an individual or organization.

Example sentence: The company needs to implement exogenous policies to adapt to the changing market conditions.

Sense 3:

Definition: Relating to or caused by factors external to the economy.

Example sentence: The exogenous shocks in the global economy have led to a decline in the national GDP.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 1:

Definition: A substance or agent that is introduced into or originates from outside the body.

Example sentence: The doctor identified the presence of exogenous hormones in the patient's bloodstream.

Sense 2:

Definition: A plant or fungus that is not native or indigenous to a particular area.

Example sentence: The introduction of exogenous species can disrupt the balance of the local ecosystem.

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sense 1:

Definition: In an exogenous manner; as originating from outside.

Example sentence: The economic crisis affected the country exogenously, leading to a decline in foreign investments.

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