bivalent Meaning & Definition
What Does Bivalent Mean?
Bivalent is an adjective that means Having a valence of 2; having two ligands. It can also mean Of, or relating to a pair of homologous synapsed chromosomes that occur during meiosis. As a noun, it means Any bivalent chromosome.
Bivalent: Key Facts
| Part of speech | adjective, noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //baɪˈveɪlənt// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | double and divalent |
| Antonyms | multivalent and univalent |
| Plural | bivalents |
| Comparative / superlative | more bivalent, most bivalent |
Bivalent Definition (Adjective)
- Having a valence of 2; having two ligands.
- Of, or relating to a pair of homologous synapsed chromosomes that occur during meiosis.
- Of a vaccine, protecting against two different viruses.
Bivalent as a Noun
- Any bivalent chromosome.
Synonyms of Bivalent
Bivalent synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Bivalent
Bivalent in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
bivalent (comparative more bivalent, superlative most bivalent)
bivalent (plural bivalents)
Origin of Bivalent
From bi- + -valent. Compare ambivalent.
Bivalent Pronunciation
The standard pronunciation of bivalent is //baɪˈveɪlənt//, spoken in 1 syllable.
Quick Answers About Bivalent
Is bivalent an adjective or a noun?
Bivalent is mainly used as an adjective, but it can also be used as a noun.
What is another word for bivalent?
Words with a similar meaning to bivalent include double and divalent. See the full list of bivalent synonyms and antonyms.
What is the opposite of bivalent?
Antonyms of bivalent include multivalent and univalent.
What is the plural of bivalent?
The plural of bivalent is bivalents.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of bivalent?
The comparative form is more bivalent and the superlative form is most bivalent.