exothermic meaning

UK US /ˌɛksoʊˈθɝmɪk/ 4 syllables

exothermic (adjective): (of a chemical reaction or compound) occurring or formed with the liberation of heat.

Definition of exothermic

  1. (of a chemical reaction or compound) occurring or formed with the liberation of heat

    Synonyms: exothermal, heat-releasing

    Opposite: endothermic

    Related forms: exotherm

How to pronounce exothermic

exothermic is pronounced /ˌɛksoʊˈθɝmɪk/ in American English. It has 4 syllables, with the stress on the third syllable.

Words that rhyme with exothermic

Scrabble score: 24 (letter breakdown)

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