Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characterized by a type of chemical bonding in which two or more atoms share one or more pairs of electrons.

“The covalent bonds in the molecule give it a stable structure.”

2. noun

a covalent bond or a molecule held together by covalent bonds.

“The scientist studied the covalent properties of the new compound.”

3. adverb

in a manner that is typical of covalent bonds or molecules.

“The new material exhibited covalent properties that made it suitable for use in construction.”