steroidal

steroid +‎ -al

• Rhymes: -ɔɪdəl

steroidal (not comparable)

1. (biochemistry) Of, being, or derived from a steroid.
2. (by extension, economics) Characterized by rapid growth, especially growth that is unsustainable or out of line with economic fundamentals or expectations.
   • 2023, Keyu Jin, The New China Playbook, page 48:

     Weaning China off steroidal industrial policies that feel good in the short run but are toxic in the long run is the key to sustained, high-quality growth and reconciliation of international disputes.

• estradiol, idolastre, idolaters