vitamin E

noun

: any of several fat-soluble vitamins that are chemically tocopherols whose lack in the human body is associated especially with neurological symptoms (as ataxia and muscle weakness), that are found especially in wheat germ, vegetable oils, egg yolk, and green leafy vegetables or are made synthetically, and that are used chiefly in animal feeds and as antioxidants

especially : alpha-tocopherol

Examples of vitamin E in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Meanwhile, hyaluronic acid hydrates, lactic acid gently exfoliates, and vitamin E softens. —Annie Blay-Tettey, Allure, 13 May 2025

Cetaphil Gentle Foaming Cleanser, 2 Pack $18 at Amazon The gentle formula, which blends vitamin B5 and vitamin E with glycerin, removes dirt and impurities. —Toni Sutton, People.com, 13 May 2025

Besides having aesthetically pleasing packaging and being a treat for the nose, the cream also boasts a hydrating ingredient makeup of vitamin E, aloe, shea butter, cocoa butter, and hyaluronic acid. —Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 13 May 2025

Key Ingredients: Aloe vera, vitamin E, tea tree oil Size: 8 Fl oz. —Iman Balagam, Vogue, 7 May 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1925, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for vitamin E

• actuary
• antiquary
• bolsheviki
• calliope
• chelicerae
• covenantee
• cruciferae
• diastole
• distributee
• hyperbole
• interviewee
• origami

Kids Definition

vitamin E

noun

: any of various oily liquid compounds that can be dissolved in fats, are found especially in plants, and are necessary in the body to prevent infertility and the breakdown of muscles

Medical Definition

vitamin E

noun

: any of several fat-soluble vitamins that are chemically tocopherols or tocotrienols whose lack in the human body is associated especially with neurological symptoms (as ataxia and muscle weakness), that are found especially in wheat germ, vegetable oils, egg yolk, and green leafy vegetables or are made synthetically, and that are used chiefly in animal feeds and as antioxidants

especially : alpha-tocopherol