CAROTENOID
(noun, adj.)Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Carotenoid.
Carotenoid - as a noun
Any of a class of highly unsaturated yellow to red pigments occurring in plants and animals
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
antioxidant19phytochemical30pigment12Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Carotenoid - as an adjective
Of or relating to such a class of pigments.
Example Sentences
"The orange color of carrots is due to carotenoids."
"Some carotenoids, like beta-carotene, act as antioxidants."
"Certain carotenoids are converted into vitamin A by the body."
"Tomatoes contain the carotenoid lycopene."
"Leafy green vegetables are rich in carotenoids."
Word Game Points
Is CAROTENOID a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, carotenoid is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
CAROTENOID has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.
Is CAROTENOID a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, carotenoid is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordCAROTENOID has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.
Is CAROTENOID a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, carotenoid is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordCAROTENOID has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.
