pyritoid

/ˌpaɪrɪˈɔɪd/

Definitions

1. adjective

Resembling or containing pyrite.

“The pyritoid fragments found in the mine were mistaken for gold.”

2. noun

A mineral resembling pyrite.

“The geologist studied the pyritoid formation in the area.”

Synonyms

  • pyrite-like
  • pyritic

Antonyms

  • non-pyritic