Hydroxybenzene is a chemical name used primarily in scientific contexts. Common synonyms for hydroxybenzene include phenol, benzenol, and carbolic acid. These terms describe the same chemical compound with the molecular formula C6H5OH. Phenol is perhaps the most widely used synonym and is often used in more casual or non-scientific contexts as well. Other synonyms for hydroxybenzene include hydroxylbenzene and monohydroxybenzene. Although all of these terms refer to the same chemical compound, they may be used in different technical or scientific disciplines, depending on their specific applications and contexts.