amphoteric

English

adj

Definitions

(chemistry) Having the characteristics of both an acid and a base, and capable of reacting as either; amphiprotic.

Etymology

Derived from Ancient Greek ἀμφότερος (each of two).

Origin

Ancient Greek

ἀμφότερος

Gloss

each of two

Timeline

Distribution of cognates by language

Geogrpahic distribution of cognates

Cognates and derived terms

amphotericin English
nonamphoteric English
ἀμφότερος Ancient Greek
ἄμφω Ancient Greek
amfaiteireach Irish