acentric

/əˈsentrɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

Lacking a center or axis; not symmetrical about a point or axis.

“The acentric molecule had an irregular structure.”

2. noun

A molecule that is acentric, especially one that is used in a particular chemical reaction.

“The acentric compound played a crucial role in the synthesis of new medicines.”

Synonyms

  • asymmetric
  • asymmetrical

Antonyms

  • symmetric
  • symmetrical