pyrrolic

/ˈpɪroʊlɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

Relating to or characteristic of pyrrole, a five-membered aromatic ring.

“The pyrrolic structure of the compound was crucial to its reactivity.”

2. noun

A pyrrole or a compound containing a pyrrolic structure.

“The researcher isolated several pyrrolic compounds from the plant extract.”

Synonyms

  • aromatic
  • heterocyclic

Antonyms

  • aliphatic
  • non-aromatic