reactant

/riˈæktənt/

Definitions

1. noun

a substance that undergoes a chemical reaction, especially one that reacts with another substance in a chemical reaction

“The reactants in the experiment were carefully measured to ensure accurate results.”

2. noun

a person or thing that reacts, especially in a specified way

“The politician was seen as a reactant to the new tax policy.”

Synonyms

  • reactive
  • substance

Antonyms

  • product
  • result