chemical

noun
UK: /ˈkem.ɪ.kəl/
US: /ˈkem.ɪ.kəl/

  1. A substance with a defined molecular composition that is produced or used in a chemical process.

    1. Water is a basic chemical compound that is essential for life. [ ] [ ]
    2. The factory released harmful chemicals into the river, causing significant pollution. [ ] [ ]

  2. A substance obtained by or used in a chemical process, often with specific properties or uses.

    1. This chemical is used in many cleaning products around the house. [ ] [ ]
    2. Scientists are studying the effects of different chemicals on plant growth. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

reagent compound pharmaceutical ingredient element
chemical adjective

  1. Relating to chemistry or the interactions of substances at the molecular level.

    1. The lab does chemical testing on water samples. [ ] [ ]
    2. The company specializes in the production of chemical fertilizers for agriculture. [ ] [ ]

  2. Involving or made by chemical processes; relating to the composition, structure, properties, and reactions of substances.

    1. They had a chemical reaction in the lab. [ ] [ ]
    2. The chemical industry is an important part of the local economy. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "chemical" in English means: A substance with a defined molecular composition that is produced or used in a chemical process., A substance obtained by or used in a chemical process, often with specific properties or uses..

The phonetic transcription of "chemical" is /ˈkem.ɪ.kəl/ in British English and /ˈkem.ɪ.kəl/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "chemical": reagent, compound, pharmaceutical, ingredient, element.

Example usage of "chemical": "Water is a basic chemical compound that is essential for life.". More examples on the page.