English dictionary

exothermic

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Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

adjective

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

adj.all

Synonyms exothermal heat-releasing

Antonyms endothermal endothermic heat-absorbing

Source: WordNet 3.0
Characterized by, or formed with, evolution of heat; as, an <i>exothermic</i> reaction; -- opposed to <i>endothermic</i>.

adjective

Source: webster1913