Ketone
6 lettersnounmoderateUpdated June 2026
Definition
An organic compound containing a carbonyl group bonded to two carbon atoms, present in many biological and industrial substances.
“Acetone is the simplest ketone and is widely used as a solvent in laboratories.”
Pronunciation
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ke·tone
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Three vowels (E, O, E) make this vowel-rich and useful for eliminating vowel positions early
Scrabble
K (5 pts) and the common -ONE ending give this moderate value with good placement options
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