electronegativity

Definitions of electronegativity
  1. noun
    (chemistry) the tendency of an atom or radical to attract electrons in the formation of an ionic bond
    synonyms: negativity
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    type of:
    inclination, tendency
    a characteristic likelihood of or natural disposition toward a certain condition or character or effect
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