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chemically

adverb · adjective

Simple meaning

According to the principles of chemistry.

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ˈkɛməkli

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Definition

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adverb

  1. According to the principles of chemistry.

  2. Using a chemical reaction, process, or operation.

  3. With respect to chemistry

adjective

  1. colloquial

    Reminiscent of chemicals.

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Difficulty
B2 · Upper Intermediate (estimated)
Frequency
Moderately Common
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chemically purechemically inducedchemically modifiedchemically dependentchemically activechemically treatedchemically definedchemically related

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  • chemicaladjectiveBase word

    Relating to or used in chemistry.

Word family

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  • chemistnounPerson or profession

    A scientist who specializes in chemistry.

  • chemisenounDerived noun · specialist

    A woman's sleeveless undergarment.

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