Valency

Pronunciation: /ˈvælɪnsaɪ/

Valency (noun)

  1. The ability of an atom to combine with other atoms, based on its electrons.
  2. The number of arguments a verb can have in a sentence.

Examples

  • The valency of an element determines how it bonds with others.
  • The valency of a verb affects how many arguments it can take.

Common collocations: determine valency, increase valency, analyze valency, identify valency

Synonyms of Valency

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Valency

  • — Refers to a lack of action or reaction in chemical terms.