mesomerism

/mɛzəˈmɜːrɪzəm/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of molecular structure in which electrons are delocalized, particularly in organic compounds with alternating double bonds.

“The scientist studied the phenomenon of mesomerism in the new organic compound.”

Synonyms

  • electron delocalization
  • resonance

Antonyms

  • bond fixation
  • localization