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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

electrophilic

/ɪˈlɛktroʊfɪlɪk/ adjective · British & US
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What does electrophilic mean?

adjective

Having an affinity for electrons; tending to attract electrons.

Example

"The electrophilic compound reacted with the nucleophile to form a stable molecule."

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