What is another word for electronegative?
Pronunciation: [ˈɛlɪktɹˌə͡ʊnɡətˌɪv] (IPA) 
Electronegativity is a measure of an atom's ability to attract electrons towards itself. Synonyms for this word include electron-attracting, negative-valence, anionic, and electronegative. Other similar terms include electron-withdrawing, polarizing, electron-polar, and electron-rich. These words all refer to the same concept - the tendency of an atom or molecule to attract electrons. The strength of an atom's electronegativity is dependent on its position in the periodic table, and atoms with higher electronegativity tend to form stronger chemical bonds. Understanding these synonyms is important for chemists and students studying chemistry as they encounter these words in various contexts.
