antimonate: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
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What does “antimonate” mean?
A salt or ester of antimonic acid, containing the anion SbO₄³⁻ or related polymeric anions.
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Definition
Meaning and Definition
A salt or ester of antimonic acid, containing the anion SbO₄³⁻ or related polymeric anions.
Any compound in which antimony (Sb) is coordinated with oxygen atoms in an anionic structure, typically in inorganic chemistry and materials science contexts.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
No significant differences in meaning or usage. Spelling is identical.
Connotations
None; purely technical.
Frequency
Extremely low frequency in both varieties, used exclusively in specialised scientific literature.
Grammar
How to Use “antimonate” in a Sentence
[metal] antimonateantimonate of [metal]the antimonate anionVocabulary
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Examples
Examples of “antimonate” in a Sentence
adjective
British English
- The antimonate group was detected spectroscopically.
- Antimonate minerals are rare in nature.
American English
- The antimonate compound exhibited unique properties.
- Antimonate materials are under investigation for use in batteries.
Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
Not used.
Academic
Used in chemistry, materials science, and geology research papers.
Everyday
Not used.
Technical
Used in chemical synthesis, industrial pigment manufacturing (e.g., Naples yellow), battery technology, and ceramics.
Vocabulary
Synonyms of “antimonate”
Neutral
Weak
Vocabulary
Antonyms of “antimonate”
Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “antimonate”
- Pronouncing it like 'anti-monet'.
- Using it as a verb (e.g., 'to antimonate').
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
No, it is a highly specialised technical term used almost exclusively in chemistry and materials science.
No, it is exclusively a noun (referring to a class of chemical compounds). The related verb for introducing antimony into a compound is 'antimoniate'.
'Antimonate' contains antimony in a higher oxidation state (Sb(V)) bonded to oxygen (e.g., SbO₄³⁻). 'Antimonite' refers to salts of antimonous acid with antimony in a lower oxidation state (Sb(III)), or it can mean the mineral stibnite.
Historically, lead antimonate was used as a yellow pigment (Naples yellow). Some modern flame retardants and ceramic glazes may contain antimonates, but they are not household name ingredients.
A salt or ester of antimonic acid, containing the anion SbO₄³⁻ or related polymeric anions.
Antimonate is usually scientific, technical, academic in register.
Antimonate: in British English it is pronounced /ˈantɪməneɪt/, and in American English it is pronounced /ˈæn(t)əmoʊˌneɪt/. Tap the audio buttons above to hear it.
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
Think: ANTIMONY + -ATE (like 'sulfATE' or 'carbonATE') = a salt formed from antimonic acid.
Conceptual Metaphor
N/A (Highly technical term).
Practice
Quiz
In which field is the term 'antimonate' primarily used?