endoergic
/ɛndəˈɜrdʒɪk/Definitions
1. adjective
describing a chemical reaction where the total energy of the reactants is greater than the total energy of the products, requiring external energy input
“The endoergic process is often achieved through nuclear reactions.”
2. noun
a reaction or process that is endoergic
“The endoergic reaction in the nuclear reactor was carefully monitored.”