beta-carotene

noun

be·​ta-car·​o·​tene ˈbā-tə-ˈker-ə-ˌtēn 

-ˈka-rə-

: an isomer of carotene found in dark green and dark yellow vegetables and fruits

Examples of beta-carotene in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Sweet potatoes are high in beta-carotene to support vision, white potatoes are a significant source of potassium for heart health, and purple potatoes are rich in anthocyanins, the antioxidant responsible for their color. —Amy Brownstein, Verywell Health, 11 June 2026

Margarine is naturally colorless, but producers add synthetic beta-carotene to it to mimic the color of butter. —Rosemary Trout, The Conversation, 10 June 2026

And of course, this meal also delivers the beta-carotene for additional benefits. —Kiana Murden, Vogue, 8 June 2026

The plant is loaded with vitamins A, C and K, folate, calcium and potassium, plus prebiotic fiber (inulin, mostly in the roots) and antioxidants like beta-carotene and polyphenols. —Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 30 Apr. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1934, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for beta-carotene

• acetylcysteine
• antisubmarine
• dichlorobenzene
• dimethylamine
• diphenylamine
• ethanolamine
• hydroxylamine
• isobutylene
• isoleucine
• mercaptopurine
• methylcholanthrene
• norepinephrine

Kids Definition

beta-carotene

noun

be·​ta-car·​o·​tene

-ˈkar-ə-ˌtēn

: a form of carotene found in dark green and dark yellow vegetables and fruits

Medical Definition

beta-carotene

noun

be·​ta-car·​o·​tene

variants or β-carotene

-ˈkar-ə-ˌtēn 

: a reddish-orange pigment that is an an isomer of carotene found chiefly in orange and dark green and yellow vegetables and fruits (such as carrots, sweet potatoes, and spinach) and that is converted to vitamin A in the body

Note: Beta-carotene is the most active and widespread provitamin A and is derived commercially from natural sources or is prepared synthetically.