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bioactive

British  
/ ˌbaɪəʊˈæktɪv /

adjective

  1. (of a substance) having or producing an effect on living tissue

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bioactive Scientific  
/ bī′ō-ăktĭv /
  1. Relating to a substance that has an effect on living tissue.


Other Word Forms

  • bioactivity noun

Example Sentences

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It also assessed the nutrient and bioactive profile of pecans, including unsaturated fats, fiber and polyphenols, and identified gaps that should be addressed in future research.

From Science Daily • Feb. 22, 2026

The team designed a three-step, activity-focused process to uncover bioactive diterpene esters in roasted Coffea arabica beans.

From Science Daily • Jan. 11, 2026

Researchers examined the ethanolic extract made from the plant's aerial parts to determine which bioactive compounds it contained.

From Science Daily • Dec. 22, 2025

"This is certainly an area that deserves more attention in the field of polyphenols and bioactive compounds in general," said Ottaviani.

From Science Daily • Oct. 27, 2025

They don't always align perfectly with other research, often overlook the bioactive chemicals that regulate microbiome and body processes, and may rely on incomplete data.

From Salon • Dec. 30, 2024