Definition

Relating to a type of polymer that is made from only one kind of monomer.

Example

The new material is homopolymeric, consisting entirely of a single type of repeating unit.

Conversation

Have you heard about that new material they developed?

No, what makes it special?

It's a homopolymeric substance that has amazing strength.

That sounds really interesting; I can’t wait to see how it’s used!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Homopolymeric → It is formed from "homo-" (meaning same) and "polymer" (from Greek "polus" meaning many and "meros" meaning part). The word describes a substance made of many identical parts or units.

Memory Tip

Think of 'same' ('homo-') parts coming together to form a larger structure, which is what homopolymeric means.

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