Antioksidan
/id/Source Language: The language or dialect this term originates from (ID).Indonesian•1 meaning found
Noun
A word that functions as the name of a specific object or set of objects, such as living creatures, places, actions, qualities, states of existence, or ideas.
A chemical compound that inhibits or prevents oxidation processes within the body by neutralizing free radicals. This substance works by donating electrons to unstable molecules to protect living cells from oxidative damage that can trigger various chronic diseases.
agen pereduksi
Technical term in chemistry referring to a substance that donates electrons in a redox reaction.
penangkal radikal bebas
Descriptive phrase explaining the primary function of the compound in neutralizing unstable molecules.
penghambat oksidasi
More formal literal translation in Indonesian
zat pelindung sel
Popular term used in general health contexts to refer to substances that maintain cell integrity.
penawar racun
Used in general contexts for neutralization functions
detoks
Urban health slang often associated with antioxidant functions
This word is a loanword from the English antioxidant. Etymologically, the term is formed from the prefix anti meaning against and oxidant referring to an oxidizing agent. In medical and biochemical contexts, this term is used to describe molecules capable of donating electrons to free radicals without becoming unstable. The use of this word is very dominant in health literature and the beauty industry in Indonesia.
Konsumsi sayuran hijau secara rutin membantu memenuhi kebutuhan antioksidan untuk menangkal radikal bebas.
Representative of real-world usage and contextual accuracy.