sulfoamide

/ˌsʌlfəˈʌmaɪd/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of sulfonamide, a class of organic compounds used as antimicrobials.

“The new medicine contained a sulfoamide compound that effectively fought off the bacterial infection.”

2. chemistry

A functional group consisting of a sulfonamide linkage.

“The molecular structure of the compound included a sulfoamide group that played a crucial role in its antibacterial properties.”

Synonyms

  • antibiotic
  • sulfonamide

Antonyms

  • antibacterial agent
  • toxin