vitamin C

noun

: a water-soluble vitamin C₆H₈O₆ found in plants and especially in fruits and leafy vegetables or made synthetically and used in the prevention and treatment of scurvy and as an antioxidant for foods

called also ascorbic acid

Examples of vitamin C in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The powerhouse product is formulated with a triple vitamin C complex to deliver a bright, even, radiant complexion. — Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 5 Aug. 2026

Boosts The Immune System One cup of papaya is nearly enough to meet your daily vitamin C needs. — Jamie Johnson, Verywell Health, 5 Aug. 2026

Some of the vitamins and minerals include vitamin D, vitamin C, vitamin E, B6, B12 and zinc. — Pubsubhub User, Chicago Tribune, 5 Aug. 2026

Widely considered the gold standard of vitamin C serums, SkinCeuticals’ CE Ferulic serum melds 15 percent L-ascorbic acid (vitamin C) with ferulic acid for synergistic antioxidant support. — Jenny Berg, Vogue, 31 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1920, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for vitamin C

• abc
• absentee
• addressee
• adoptee
• allottee
• amphorae
• amputee
• apc
• apogee
• appointee
• assessee
• assignee

Kids Definition

vitamin C

noun

: a vitamin that is present especially in citrus fruits, tomatoes, and green vegetables and is needed by the body to prevent scurvy

called also ascorbic acid

Medical Definition

vitamin C

noun

: a water-soluble vitamin C₆H₈O₆ found in plants and especially in fruits and leafy vegetables or made synthetically and used in the prevention and treatment of scurvy and as an antioxidant for foods

called also ascorbic acid