benzamide

/ˈbɛnzəmaɪd/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of organic compound, specifically a carboxamide derived from benzoyl chloride.

“The chemist synthesized a benzamide to test its potential as a pharmaceutical compound.”

Synonyms

  • amide
  • carboxamide

Antonyms

  • aldehyde
  • ketone