An antioxidant is a substance which slows down the damage that can be caused to other substances by the effects of oxygen. Foods which contain antioxidants are thought to be very good for you.
antioxidant in British English
(ˌæntɪˈɒksɪdənt)
noun
1.
any substance that retards deterioration by oxidation, esp of fats, oils, foods, petroleum products, or rubber
2. biology
a substance, such as vitamin C, vitamin E, or beta carotene, that counteracts the damaging effects of oxidation in a living organism
antioxidant in American English
(ˌæntaɪˈɑksɪdənt; ˌ æntiˈɑksɪdənt)
noun
1.
a substance that slows down the oxidation of hydrocarbons, oils, fats, etc. and thus helps to check deterioration: antioxidants are added to many products, esp. foods and soaps
adjective
2.
serving to check oxidation
antioxidant in the Pharmaceutical Industry
(æntiɒksɪdənt)
Word forms: (regular plural) antioxidants
noun
(Pharmaceutical: Drugs)
An antioxidant is a substance, such as vitamin E, vitamin C, or beta-carotene, thought to protect body cells from the damaging effects of oxidation.
An antioxidant is capable of preventing the oxidation of cells.
Antioxidants such as vitamin C and vitamin E prevent free radicals from oxidizing cells.
An antioxidant is a substance, such as vitamin E, vitamin C, or beta-carotene, thought to protectbody cells from the damaging effects of oxidation.
COBUILD Collocations
antioxidant
powerful antioxidant
Examples of 'antioxidant' in a sentence
antioxidant
Cocoa contains antioxidants as well as iron, potassium and zinc.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
It contains avocado oil and a powerful antioxidant.
Times, Sunday Times (2008)
This helps make sure you are consuming a range of vitamins and antioxidants.
The Sun (2015)
These contain antioxidants which boost lung health.
The Sun (2010)
It also doubles up as a powerful antioxidant.
Times, Sunday Times (2011)
These all contain antioxidants and other compounds that help to protect brain health.
The Sun (2015)
And it is extra healthy because the flesh contains more antioxidants than other apples.
The Sun (2010)
It also provides powerful antioxidants to protect the liver from toxins and helps to repair damaged liver cells.
Times, Sunday Times (2006)
The juice has already proved to be a good source of antioxidants and lowers both cholesterol and blood pressure.
The Sun (2010)
Some antioxidant pigments are affected by heat treatment and look less vibrant in colour than their freshly prepared counterpart.
Times, Sunday Times (2008)
This brightening concealer also has antioxidant vitamins to protect the eye area and ingredients to help with dark circles.
The Sun (2012)
These first olives have considerably higher percentages of vitamins and antioxidants which are lost as the nights get colder.
Smith, Drew Food Watch (1994)
The bottom line is that there's no real proof antioxidants are good for you.
The Sun (2012)
The organic, botanical range is packed with vital vitamins and powerful antioxidants.
The Sun (2014)
The potato and carrots are full of orange antioxidant pigments, which give the final purée an appealing orange colour.
Times, Sunday Times (2008)
Raw vegetables are full of fibre and antioxidants, vitamins and minerals which can help to protect us from degenerative diseases.
The Sun (2011)
It is a powerful antioxidant.
Youngson, Dr. Robert The Antioxidant Health Plan (1994)
C is an important antioxidant and good for all-round health.
Smith, Drew Food Watch (1994)
It produces berries that are rich in vitamin C and antioxidants but very bitter.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
The advantage of coffee is that, like other sources of caffeine, it is a good provider of antioxidants.
Times, Sunday Times (2007)
I'm despatched to dose up on folic acid, antioxidants and healthy food.
Times, Sunday Times (2008)
SUCH a limited diet will be low in important nutrients like calcium, fibre, antioxidants and good fats.
The Sun (2012)
Made by drying fresh plums, prunes are great for a family of dark purple antioxidant pigments, thought to help the flow of blood and oxygen.