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pentavalent

adjective

/ˌpɛntəˈveɪlənt/

Meaning

Having a valence of five, especially in chemistry.

Phosphorus can exist in a pentavalent state.

five-valent, chemical valence, pentatomic, quinquivalent

univalent, divalent, trivalent

pentavalent compound, pentavalent state, pentavalent element

fond of interfering in other people’s affairs

related to the Olympic Games, a major international sporting event

perfectly clean, neat, or free from flaws

showing compassion or forgiveness towards someone one has the power to punish or harm.

Having or showing great energy or enthusiasm in pursuit of a cause or objective.

Extending back beyond memory or record; ancient.