biochemical

adjective

bio·​chem·​i·​cal ˌbī-ō-ˈke-mi-kəl 

1

: of or relating to biochemistry

2

: characterized by, produced by, or involving chemical reactions in living organisms

a biochemical defect in the brain

biochemical noun

biochemically

ˌbī-ō-ˈke-mi-k(ə-)lē 

adverb

Examples of biochemical in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

While a driver may still be convicted of an OWI/DUI offense in the absence of any biochemical evidence, the particular set of circumstances surrounding Romo’s arrest could work in his favor. — Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 11 Aug. 2026

Iron helps transport oxygen throughout the body, while magnesium supports muscle function, nerve signaling and hundreds of biochemical reactions tied to metabolism and overall health. — Daryl Austin, USA Today, 28 June 2026

Kristil Krug worked as a biochemical engineer, but her life mostly revolved around her three children and her love of ballet and dance. — Faith Karimi, CNN Money, 18 June 2026

That biochemical lift translates into something tangible. — Samantha Agate, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 June 2026

Word History

Etymology

International Scientific Vocabulary

First Known Use

1836, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing biochemical

• biochemical oxygen demand

Rhymes for biochemical

• alchemical
• polemical
• academical
• agrochemical
• cytochemical
• geochemical
• histochemical
• microchemical
• neurochemical
• petrochemical
• photochemical
• phytochemical

Medical Definition

biochemical

adjective

bio·​chem·​i·​cal -ˈkem-i-kəl 

1

: of or relating to biochemistry

2

: characterized by, produced by, or involving chemical reactions in living organisms

biochemical abnormalities

biochemical processes

biochemical noun

biochemically

-k(ə-)lē 

adverb