antioxidants
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
Certain vitamins are antioxidants and may protect body cells from free radicals.
Synonyms
oxidation inhibitor; inhibitor of oxidation; oxidation deterent
Antonyms
encourager of oxidation
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