alkahestic

/æl.kəˈhestɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or denoting a hypothetical solvent capable of dissolving any substance.

“The alkahestic properties of the chemical were being researched at the university.”

2. noun

a hypothetical solvent with alkahestic properties.

“The alchemist spent years searching for the alkahestic, a substance believed to dissolve any material.”

Synonyms

  • dissolver
  • solvent

Antonyms

  • inert
  • insoluble