isomeric

[ ahy-suh-mer-ik ]

adjective

1. of, relating to, or displaying isomerism.

Other Words From

• iso·meri·cal·ly adverb
• uni·so·meric adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of isomeric¹

1830–40; < Greek isomer ( ḗs ) having equal parts ( iso-, -mere ) + -ic

Example Sentences

The problem is that the exact energy of the isomeric state is currently unknown.

From Nature

Not isomeric; not made of the same components in the same proportions.

From Project Gutenberg

Or how is it that even isomeric compounds may exhibit different qualities?

From Project Gutenberg

He supposed the evolution of some substance like protein, which is capable of existing in many isomeric forms, and of forming with itself and other elements, substances yet more intricate in composition.

From Project Gutenberg

Levulose, lev′ū-lōs, n. a sugar isomeric with dextrose, but turning the plane of polarisation to the left.

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