niacinamide

noun

ni·​a·​cin·​amide ˌnī-ə-ˈsi-nə-ˌmīd 

: a compound C₆H₆N₂O of the vitamin B complex found especially as a constituent of coenzymes and used similarly to niacin

called also nicotinamide

Examples of niacinamide in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

This lightweight, oil-free gel cream is formulated with ingredients such as hyaluronic acid, peptides, niacinamide, and vegan squalane to provide intense hydration and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. —Nora Colomer, Fox News, 17 May 2024

It’s also formulated with niacinamide and other skin-friendly ingredients that make your skin feel moisturized while fading dark spots over time. —Alexandra Domrongchai, Travel + Leisure, 10 May 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1942, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

niacinamide

noun

ni·​a·​cin·​amide ˌnī-ə-ˈsin-ə-ˌmīd 

: a compound of the vitamin B complex that is used like niacin

Medical Definition

niacinamide

noun

ni·​a·​cin·​amide ˌnī-ə-ˈsin-ə-ˌmīd 

: a bitter crystalline basic amide C₆H₆N₂O that is a member of the vitamin B complex and is formed from and converted to niacin in the living organism, that occurs naturally usually as a constituent of coenzymes, and that is used similarly to niacin

called also nicotinamide