Definition

Relating to or having the qualities of a specific type of chemical compound known as an amide.

Example

The amidic nature of the compound affects its reactivity.

Conversation

I was reading about chemistry, and they mentioned something called amidic compounds.

Oh, really? What does that even mean?

It refers to substances that contain an amide group, which is pretty interesting.

That does sound cool! I never knew there were so many different types of compounds.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'amidic' is derived from 'amide' (from French 'amide', meaning a compound derived from ammonia) and the suffix '-ic' (meaning pertaining to). Thus, 'amidic' refers to something that is related to or characteristic of amides.

Memory Tip

Think of 'amide' as a type of compound and remember that 'amidic' means pertaining to that compound.

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