Definition

This word describes something that tends to move or grow in response to light, often used in relation to plants or organisms that react to light sources.

Example

Plants are phototropic, bending towards the sunlight to maximize their growth.

Conversation

Did you know that some plants are phototropic?

Really? I had no idea plants could move toward light like that.

Yeah, it’s fascinating how they grow towards sunlight.

Nature is amazing — it’s like they have a built-in compass!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Phototropic → It is formed from "photo-" (from Greek "phōs", meaning light) and "tropic" (from Greek "tropos", meaning turning). The word "phototropic" describes the tendency of an organism to turn or grow towards light.

Memory Tip

Think of 'light' ('photo-') and 'turning' ('tropic') to remember that phototropic refers to something that turns towards light.

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