antiscorbutic
Upper-Intermediate (B2)
IPA: /ˌæntiˈskɔːrbjʊtɪk/
KK: /æntiˈskɔrbjʊtɪk/
adjective
Definition
Relating to the prevention or treatment of scurvy, often referring to vitamins or substances that help avoid this disease.
Example
Oranges are known for their antiscorbutic properties due to their high vitamin C content.
Conversation
Have you heard about the new antiscorbutic supplements they are selling?
No, I haven't! What are they supposed to do?
They claim to help prevent scurvy, especially for those who don’t eat enough fruits and vegetables.
That sounds interesting! I might need to look into them.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
vitaminic
curative
preventive
Antonyms
harmful
detrimental
toxic
noun
Definition
A substance that helps prevent or cure scurvy, often found in certain foods or medicines.
Example
Oranges are considered an antiscorbutic because they are high in vitamin C.
Conversation
I've been reading about foods rich in antiscorbutic properties.
Oh really? What does that even mean?
It means they help prevent scurvy, like citrus fruits.
Root Explanation
Antiscorbutic → It is formed from "anti-" (meaning against) and "scorbutus" (from Latin, meaning scurvy). The word refers to substances that act against or prevent scurvy, a disease caused by vitamin C deficiency.
Memory Tip
Think of 'anti-' meaning against and 'scorbutus' referring to scurvy — this helps you remember that antiscorbutic means something that prevents scurvy.
Visually Confused Words
scorbutic