sulfoacid

/sʌlˈfoʊsɪd/

Definitions

1. noun

A compound containing sulfur and oxygen, especially a sulfonic acid.

“The chemist studied the properties of sulfoacids in the lab.”

2. adjective

Relating to or derived from sulfoacids.

“The sulfoacid properties of the compound made it useful for industrial applications.”

Synonyms

  • sulfonic acid
  • sulfuric acid

Antonyms

  • alcaloid
  • basic compound