electrophilic

 
Pronunciation: /ɪˌlɛktrə(ʊ)ˈfɪlɪk/

adjective

Chemistry
  • (of a molecule or group) having a tendency to attract or acquire electrons. Often contrasted with nucleophilic.

Derivatives

electrophile

Pronunciation: /ɪˈlɛktrə(ʊ)fʌɪl/
noun