oxidative
adjective/ˈɑksɪdeɪtɪv/
Frequency rank: #12,163 most common English word
Meaning
relating to or caused by oxidation, especially the chemical process involving oxygen that can damage cells.
Example sentence
Regular exercise helps protect cells from oxidative damage caused by free radicals.
Synonyms & related words
- oxidizing
- reactive
- degenerative
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