eucaryotic

/juːkɑːrɔɪˈɒtɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

Relating to or characteristic of eukaryotes, cells with a true nucleus and other membrane-bound organelles.

“Eukaryotic cells are the building blocks of plants and animals.”

2. noun

A eukaryote, especially one that is not a member of the kingdom Protista.

“The eucaryotic organisms in the forest are diverse and abundant.”

Synonyms

  • eukaryotic
  • multicellular
  • true nucleus

Antonyms

  • prokaryotic
  • unicellular