Definition of exothermic Exothermic

/ɛˌksowθɚˈmɪk/ - [eksowthermik] - ex•o•ther•mic

We found 5 definitions of exothermic from 3 different sources.

What does exothermic mean?

Adjective
exothermic - (of a chemical reaction or compound) occurring or formed with the liberation of heat
		exothermal, heat-releasing
		exoergic, energy-releasing (of a nuclear reaction) occurring with evolution or releasing of energy

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exothermic (Adjective)
That releases energy in the form of heat.
exothermic (Adjective)
That releases heat during its formation, and absorbs it during its decomposition.
exothermic (Adjective)
Of an animal whose body temperature is regulated by external factors; cold-blooded.