Definition

Relating to a specific group of acids known as arsonous acids, which contain arsenic.

Example

The chemist studied the properties of arsonous compounds in the laboratory.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new chemical they discovered?

Yeah, I heard it's related to some arsonous compounds.

That's wild! I wonder how they plan to handle those safely.

I guess they'll need to do a lot of testing to avoid any accidents.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Arsonous is derived from "arson" (from Old French *arsion*, meaning the act of setting fire) and the suffix "-ous" (meaning full of or characterized by). The word "arsonous" describes something that is characterized by or related to the act of arson, or setting fire intentionally.

Memory Tip

Think of 'arson' as the act of setting fire, and '-ous' means full of or related to. So, arsonous refers to something related to the act of setting fires.

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