Definition

A type of amine that has a double bond between a carbon atom and a nitrogen atom, specifically in the form of C=C–N–R.

Example

The chemist synthesized an enamines to study its reactivity in various reactions.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of an enamine?

Yeah, I think it's related to organic chemistry, right?

Exactly! It's an amine with a double bond, which is pretty interesting.

It sounds complex, but I love learning about those kinds of compounds.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Enamine is formed from "en-" (meaning to cause to be) and "amine" (from Latin "aminus", meaning nitrogen-containing compound). The word refers to a compound that contains nitrogen, specifically in the form of an amine group.

Memory Tip

Think of 'en-' meaning to cause to be, and 'amine' referring to nitrogen compounds. This helps you remember that an 'enamine' is a compound that contains nitrogen.

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