Androgenic hormones are a class of hormones responsible for the development and maintenance of male characteristics in the human body, primarily testosterone. However, there are several synonyms for androgenic hormone, including androgen, androgenic compound, and androgenic steroid. Testosterone is the most well-known androgenic hormone, but others, such as dihydrotestosterone and androstenedione, also play key roles in male physiology. These hormones regulate muscle mass, bone density, and the growth of hair and facial hair. They also affect sex drive, mood, and energy levels and are essential for the proper functioning of the male reproductive system.