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HETEROCYCLIC

(noun, adj.sat, adj.)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Heterocyclic.

Heterocyclic - as a noun

A compound containing a heterocyclic ring

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
heterocycleheterocyclic compound
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
chemical compoundcompound
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Heterocyclic - as an adjective satellite

Containing a closed ring of atoms of which at least one is not a carbon atom

Heterocyclic - as an adjective

(of a cyclic compound) having atoms of two or more different elements in at least one of its rings.

(of a cyclic compound) having one or more atoms other than carbon in at least one of its rings.

Example Sentences

"The chemist synthesized a new heterocyclic compound."
"This drug contains a heterocyclic ring structure."
"The researcher is studying the properties of heterocyclic molecules."
"Certain heterocyclic compounds exhibit fluorescent properties."
"The team discovered a novel heterocyclic derivative with potent biological activity."
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Word Game Points

Is HETEROCYCLIC a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, heterocyclic is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

HETEROCYCLIC has a SCRABBLE points total of 24.

Is HETEROCYCLIC a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, heterocyclic is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
HETEROCYCLIC has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 26.

Is HETEROCYCLIC a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, heterocyclic is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
HETEROCYCLIC has a WORDFEUD points total of 27.

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