quinonic

/ˌkwɪn.əˈnɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

Relating to or derived from quinone.

“The quinonic compounds in the plant showed high antioxidant activity.”

2. noun

A compound that contains a quinone group.

“The quinonic derivatives found in the soil have been studied for their potential applications.”

Synonyms

  • quinoid
  • quinone

Antonyms

  • hydrophilic
  • nonquinonic