Definitions

1. adjective

Of or relating to aconite, especially in a botanical or chemical sense.

“The aconitic alkaloids found in the plant have medicinal properties.”

2. noun

A compound, especially a type of lactone, found in aconite.

“The researchers isolated the aconitic acid from the plant extract.”

3. adjective

Having a bitter or acrid taste, especially due to the presence of aconitic compounds.

“The aconitic flavor in the tea was too overpowering for me.”