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

Tiny gold mica flakes flatter the formula's blend of squalane, vitamin E, and jojoba oil, enhancing your natural glow from the inside out. —Annie Blackman, Allure, 20 Apr. 2025

Key ingredients: Aloe, niacinamide, hyaluronic acid, green tea, bisabolol, vitamin E / Fragrance: Yes / Size: 6 oz. —Marilyn La Jeunesse, Glamour, 14 Apr. 2025

The ingredients list also boasts hydrating ingredients like hyaluronic acid, vitamin E, and pomegranate extract. —Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 10 Apr. 2025

Naturally, a hearty dose of vitamin C is at play, plus vitamin E (which helps stabilize the vitamin C), and niacinamide (which complements vitamin C’s brightening benefits). —Annie Blackman, Allure, 9 Apr. 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