Electronegative Definition
ĭ-lĕktrō-nĕgə-tĭv
adjective
Having a negative electrical charge; tending to move to the positive electrode, or anode, in electrolysis.
Webster's New World
Having the ability to attract electrons, esp. in forming a chemical bond.
Webster's New World
Capable of acting as a negative electrode.
American Heritage
Synonyms:
- negatively charged
- negative
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noun
An electronegative substance.
Webster's New World
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Origin of Electronegative
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electro- + negative
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