benzenoid
Upper-Intermediate (B2)
IPA: /bɛnˈzeɪnɔɪd/
KK: /bɛnˈzeɪnɔɪd/
adjective
Definition
Describing a substance that has at least one benzene ring in its structure or has a similar electronic arrangement to benzene.
Example
The chemist studied a benzenoid compound to understand its properties better.
Conversation
Have you ever heard of benzenoid compounds in chemistry?
Yeah, they're pretty interesting!
I read that they have a structure similar to benzene, which is fascinating.
Exactly! It makes them really unique in organic chemistry.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
aromatic
cyclic
planar
Antonyms
aliphatic
nonaromatic
linear
noun
Definition
A type of chemical compound that contains a benzene ring or resembles benzene in structure.
Example
Many organic compounds are classified as benzenoids due to their structural similarities to benzene.
Conversation
I just learned about a new compound called benzenoid.
Oh really? What makes it special?
It has some interesting properties that are useful in chemistry.
Root Explanation
Benzenoid is formed from "benzene" (from the German word "Benzol", which is derived from the Latin "benzoicum" meaning benzoic acid) and the suffix "-oid" (meaning resembling or like). The term "benzenoid" refers to compounds that are similar in structure to benzene.
Memory Tip
Think of 'benzene' as a base structure and '-oid' meaning 'like' or 'resembling' — so benzenoid refers to something that resembles benzene.
Visually Confused Words
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