adj ·3 syllables ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Adjective

1. 1
   Describing compounds containing the most highly oxidized state of chlorine. not-comparable

Synonyms

All synonyms

hyperchloric

Example

More examples

"Perchloric acid (HClO₄) is a powerful reagent."

Etymology

From per- + chloric.

Related phrases

perchloric acid

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