Synonyms for

Ester

Verb / ˈestɜ: / Another word for ester — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a compound made by replacing the hydrogen of an acid by an alkyl or other organic group.

Synonyms & similar words

compound chemical molecule formula arrangement structure configuration composition constitution makeup element ingredient component part piece unit module particle

Example sentences

  1. The ester was used to create a fruity scent for the perfume.
  2. The chemist synthesized a new ester for the experiment.
  3. Esters are commonly found in fats and oils.
  4. The esterification process involves the reaction of an alcohol and an acid.
  5. Esters are widely used in the production of plastics and fibers.

Quotes

  • "Life is an ester, the result of a condensation reaction between a fatty acid and an alcohol." - Isaac Asimov
  • "The ester is the very stuff of poetry." - Wallace Stevens
  • "Science is an ester of art and reality." - Ray Kurzweil

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