piperine

noun

pip·​er·​ine ˈpi-pə-ˌrēn 

: a white crystalline alkaloid C₁₇H₁₉NO₃ that is the chief active constituent of pepper

Examples of piperine in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Some turmeric supplements contain curcumin with piperine (from black pepper), which can boost absorption up to 20-fold.2 Curcumin is widely known for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects. —Patricia Weiser, Verywell Health, 6 Aug. 2025

Studies suggest that piperine inhibits inflammatory pathways and reduces levels of pro-inflammatory proteins, like TNF-α and IL-6.15 Dasgupta suggests adding freshly ground black pepper to meals as a simple way to boost their anti-inflammatory potential. —Jillian Kubala, Health, 31 July 2025

In one study, adding 20 mg of piperine to turmeric reportedly increased bioavailability 20-fold. —ArsTechnica, 10 July 2025

Black Pepper Black pepper includes piperine, an alkaloid that acts as an antioxidant and may have potential fat-reducing effects. —Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 11 June 2025

Word History

Etymology

probably from French pipérine, from Latin piper pepper

First Known Use

1820, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for piperine

• acini
• aldine
• arsine
• carinii
• cosine
• delphine
• domine
• latine
• leucine
• ovine
• pennine
• porcine

Medical Definition

piperine

noun

pip·​er·​ine ˈpip-ə-ˌrēn 

: a white crystalline alkaloid C₁₇H₁₉NO₃ that is the chief active constituent of pepper