vitamin E

noun

: any of several fat-soluble vitamins that are chemically tocopherols whose lack in the human body is associated especially with neurological symptoms (as ataxia and muscle weakness), that are found especially in wheat germ, vegetable oils, egg yolk, and green leafy vegetables or are made synthetically, and that are used chiefly in animal feeds and as antioxidants

especially : alpha-tocopherol

Examples of vitamin E in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

While vitamin D strengthens your bones and muscles, vitamin E works to support skin and cell health. —Allison Forsyth, Health, 4 Jan. 2026

So mascaras with nourishing ingredients like vitamin E and hyaluronic acid, and formulated without drying alcohol or irritants like parabens, will be your new go-tos. —Shalwah Evans, Glamour, 31 Dec. 2025

Infused with sodium hyaluronate, glycerin, and vitamin E, the formula glides onto the skin with ease. —Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 29 Dec. 2025

Key Takeaways Large amounts of vitamin E may increase bleeding risk, trigger hemorrhagic stroke, and raise the risk of heart failure—especially in people with heart disease. —Brandi Jones, Verywell Health, 18 Dec. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1925, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for vitamin E

• actuary
• antiquary
• bolsheviki
• calliope
• chelicerae
• covenantee
• cruciferae
• diastole
• distributee
• hyperbole
• interviewee
• origami

Kids Definition

vitamin E

noun

: any of various oily liquid compounds that can be dissolved in fats, are found especially in plants, and are necessary in the body to prevent infertility and the breakdown of muscles

Medical Definition

vitamin E

noun

: any of several fat-soluble vitamins that are chemically tocopherols or tocotrienols whose lack in the human body is associated especially with neurological symptoms (as ataxia and muscle weakness), that are found especially in wheat germ, vegetable oils, egg yolk, and green leafy vegetables or are made synthetically, and that are used chiefly in animal feeds and as antioxidants

especially : alpha-tocopherol