Synonyms for

Peroxide

Verb / pɜ:ˈɑ:ˌksaɪd / Another word for peroxide — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a compound containing two oxygen atoms bound together, used as a disinfectant and bleaching agent.

Synonyms & similar words

hydrogenperoxide bleach whiten disinfectant antiseptic sanitizer sterilizer cleaner oxidizer reactant catalyst toner developer activator decolorizer deodorizer

Example sentences

  1. I used peroxide to clean the bathroom sink.
  2. The hair stylist used peroxide to lighten my hair.
  3. The wound was treated with peroxide to kill any bacteria.
  4. The chemist used peroxide as a reactant in the experiment.
  5. The dentist used peroxide to whiten the patient's teeth.

Quotes

  • "I never travel without my bottle of hydrogen peroxide. You never know when you're going to need to fake some bubbling wounds." - Amanda Palmer
  • "The world is like a mirror; frown at it, and it frowns at you. Smile and it smiles, too. I always smile when I use hydrogen peroxide. I think that's why my teeth are so white." - Jarod Kintz
  • "I'm not a doctor, but I play one on TV - and in real life, sometimes. I've used hydrogen peroxide to induce vomiting on occasion." - Lisa Edelstein

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