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SUBSTITUENT

(noun)

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There are 2 meanings of the word Substituent.

Substituent - as a noun

Any atom, group, or radical substituted for another, or entering a molecule in place of some other part which is removed

(grammar) pro-form

Example Sentences

"The chlorine atom is a common substituent in organic compounds."
"The presence of a methyl substituent increases the stability of the molecule."
"The benzene ring can have various substituents attached to its carbon atoms."
"The hydroxyl group is a common substituent in alcohols."
"The nitro group acts as a substituent in nitrobenzene."
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Word Game Points

Is SUBSTITUENT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, substituent is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

SUBSTITUENT has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is SUBSTITUENT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, substituent is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SUBSTITUENT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is SUBSTITUENT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, substituent is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SUBSTITUENT has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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