biochemical

/ˌbaɪəʊˈkɛmɪkəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or involving the chemical processes and substances within living organisms.

“The biochemical changes that occur during the ripening of fruits are complex and not fully understood.”

2. noun

a substance or process that is related to the chemical processes and substances within living organisms.

“The new biochemical in the lab was found to have potential medical applications.”

Synonyms

  • biological
  • chemical
  • molecular

Antonyms

  • non-biological
  • non-chemical