Polyvalent

Pronunciation: /ˈpɑɫiˈvæɫənt/

Polyvalent (adjective)

  1. Having many different uses or functions.
  2. Able to form bonds with more than one atom or group.
  3. Effective against several types of disease or infection.

Examples

  • The tool is polyvalent, suitable for various tasks.
  • A polyvalent material can be used in different industries.

Common collocations: polyvalent tool, polyvalent material, polyvalent compound, polyvalent element, polyvalent vaccine

Synonyms of Polyvalent

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Polyvalent

  • In chemistry, describing a single valence.