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(ex-o-ther-mic) 4 syllables

Definition

adjective. a reaction that releases heat energy.

Example Sentence

You will need something exothermic for that to work.

More Example Sentences

Burning wood is an exothermic process.

Synonyms

heat-releasing; energy-releasing

Antonyms

endothermic

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Rhymes

  • endothermic
  • exothermic
  • hypodermic
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