alkyl
Any of a series of univalent radicals of the general formula CnH2n+1 derived from aliphatic hydrocarbons.
Word facts
Definition of Alkyl
Any of a series of univalent radicals of the general formula CnH2n+1 derived from aliphatic hydrocarbons.
How to use Alkyl
Alkyl is a noun. When using it in writing, make sure the meaning fits the context of your sentence. Reading the word aloud after placing it in a sentence is a reliable check for natural usage.
Synonyms for Alkyl
Antonyms for Alkyl
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How many syllables does alkyl have?
Alkyl has 2 syllables: alk·yl. The word is broken into 2 spoken beats.
What part of speech is alkyl?
Alkyl is used as a noun. As a noun, it names a thing, idea, or concept.
What are synonyms for alkyl?
This entry does not currently list synonyms for alkyl. Try the Word Explorer or the Prefix Finder to explore related word patterns.
How do you use alkyl in a sentence?
Alkyl can be used in sentences where a noun describing any of a series of univalent radicals of the general formula cnh2n+1 derived fro is needed. Writing the word in context and reading it aloud is the best way to confirm natural usage.
What words start with the same letter as alkyl?
Alkyl starts with the letter A. You can browse all words beginning with A on the Word Explorer A page, or use the Prefix Finder tool to search for words that begin with specific starting letters.
How many letters does alkyl have?
Alkyl has 5 letters. It contains 2 syllables and starts with the letter A. In word games, letter count and syllable count can help narrow results when you know the word length.