sulfonium

ˌsʌlfəˈniəm

Definitions

1. noun

A type of organosulfur compound, especially a quaternary ammonium salt containing a sulfur atom.

“The chemist synthesized a sulfonium compound to create a new catalyst for the reaction.”

Synonyms

  • organosulfur compound
  • quaternary ammonium salt

Antonyms

  • alkaline substance
  • base