petrolic

/pɛtrɒlɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or derived from petroleum or oil

“The petrolic industry has seen significant growth in the past decade.”

2. noun

a chemical derived from petroleum or oil

“The petrolic compounds in the fuel are toxic to aquatic life.”

Synonyms

  • oil-based
  • petroleum

Antonyms

  • biochemical
  • plant-derived