Any of a large class of organic lipids characterized by a carbon skeleton of four fused rings; many hormones, cholesterol, and certain vitamins are steroids.

Cholesterol is a type of steroid that is essential for the formation of cell membranes.

A synthetic drug that mimics the effects of hormones in the body, often used to reduce inflammation or enhance muscle growth.

The athlete was banned from competition after testing positive for anabolic steroids.

steroidadjective

Relating to, containing, or derived from steroids.

The patient applied a steroid cream to reduce inflammation.

steroidsnoun

A group of organic compounds with a characteristic molecular structure containing four rings of carbon atoms. They include many hormones, alkaloids, and vitamins.

Cholesterol is a type of steroid that is essential for the formation of cell membranes.

Synthetic substances similar to the male sex hormone testosterone that promote the growth of skeletal muscle and the development of male sexual characteristics.

Athletes sometimes use anabolic steroids to enhance their performance, despite the health risks.