octovalent

/ɒktəˈvælənt/

Definitions

1. adjective

Having eight valence electrons.

“The molecule was considered octovalent due to its unique electron arrangement.”

2. noun

A molecule with eight valence electrons.

“The chemist studied the properties of an octovalent compound in the lab.”

Synonyms

  • heterocyclic
  • polyvalent

Antonyms

  • diatomic
  • monovalent