Alkene

Synonyms of alkene

• olefin
• ethylene
• propylene

Antonyms of alkene

• alkane
• saturated hydrocarbon

Collocations of alkene

double bond

Frequency: 80 %

The alkene contains a double bond between carbon atoms.

hydrocarbon

Frequency: 70 %

Alkenes are a type of hydrocarbon compound.

unsaturation

Frequency: 65 %

The alkene's unsaturation allows for addition reactions.

polymerization

Frequency: 60 %

Alkenes can undergo polymerization to form polymers.

ethylene

Frequency: 50 %

Ethylene is a simple alkene used in various industrial processes.

Idiomatic Expressions for alkene

• Phrase: alkene in the armor
  Meaning: a weak point or vulnerability in a plan or argument
  Usage: The lack of funding proved to be the alkene in the armor of their otherwise solid business plan.