Definition

Relating to or containing nitrogen, which is a chemical element essential for life and found in many compounds.

Example

Plants need nitrogenous compounds to grow healthy and strong.

Conversation

Did you know that proteins are made up of nitrogenous compounds?

Really? I had no idea proteins were so complex.

Yeah, it's fascinating how nitrogenous bases play a role in DNA too.

Science is amazing! I should read more about it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Nitrogenous → It is formed from "nitrogen" (from French *azote*, meaning nitrogen, derived from Greek *nitron*, meaning soda) and the suffix "-ous" (meaning full of or possessing). The word "nitrogenous" means containing or relating to nitrogen.

Memory Tip

Think of nitrogen as a key element and remember that nitrogenous means full of nitrogen.

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