Definition

In a way that relates to a single molecule or involves only one molecule.

Example

The reaction occurred monomolecularly, meaning it involved only one type of molecule.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new research on water molecules?

Yeah, they discussed how they can behave monomolecularly in certain conditions.

That's fascinating! I didn't know water could act like that.

It really changes how we think about its properties.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Monomolecularly → It is formed from "mono-" (meaning one) and "molecular" (from Latin "molecula", meaning a small mass or particle) and the suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner). The word describes something that occurs in a manner involving one molecule.

Memory Tip

Think of 'mono-' meaning one and 'molecular' referring to small particles, so 'monomolecularly' means in a way that involves just one small particle.

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