antioxidant

Phonetic Respelling: [ an-tee-ok-si-duhnt, an-tahy- ]

Definition:

n. 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

Sentence:

Some studies show that acai fruit pulp has a very high antioxidant capacity.

More example sentences:

Some studies show that acai fruit pulp has a very high antioxidant capacity.

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Synonyms:

oxidation inhibitor; inhibitor of oxidation; oxidation deterent

Antonyms:

encouragerof oxidation

Antioxidant rhymes:

• Three Syllable Rhymes
  • oxidant