antioxidant
(an-ti-ox-i-dant)
5 syllables
Definition
noun. 1 substance that inhibits oxidation or inhibits reactions promoted by oxygen or peroxides; 2 an enzyme that is capable of counteracting the damaging effects of oxidation
Example Sentence
Some studies show that acai fruit pulp has a very high antioxidant capacity.
Synonyms
oxidation inhibitor; inhibitor of oxidation; oxidation deterent
Antonyms
encourager of oxidation
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antioxidant
Rhymes
- oxidant
- antioxidant