endothermic
Translation
endothermic
Examples
Melting ice is an endothermic process.
Melting ice is an endothermic process.
Grammar Patterns
((an endothermic)) ((noun)) describes a process that absorbs heat An endothermic reaction absorbs heat.
Similar Words
Synonyms: heat-absorbing; Antonyms: exothermic
Etymology
From Greek 'endon' (within) + 'thermē' (heat). It means taking heat 'within' or absorbing it.
Memory Tips
Remember 'endo' means 'in' and 'thermic' relates to heat. So, it's about heat going *in*.