amphoteric

Meanings

Adjective

having characteristics of both an acid and a base and capable of reacting as either

Adj

Having the characteristics of both an acid and a base, and capable of reacting as either; amphiprotic.

Origin / Etymology

From Ancient Greek ἀμφότερος (amphóteros, “each of two”), from ἄμφω (ámphō, “both”) + -τερος (-teros).

Synonyms

amphiprotic

Antonyms

acidic, alkaline

Scrabble Score: 19

amphoteric is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
amphoteric is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
amphoteric is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 21

amphoteric is a valid Words With Friends word