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

Infused with vitamin E and notes of the hearty meal, the spherical lip products emit the unmistakable aroma, as if the food itself had touched the lips. —Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 9 July 2025

Infused with super-nourishing antioxidant ingredients - green tea + carrot extract, avocado oil, and vitamin E, to keep the skin replenished and hydrated. —Dave Knox, Forbes.com, 27 June 2025

At the same time, vitamin E provides antioxidant protection to support overall hair health. —Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 30 May 2025

Research shows that herring are packed with vitamin E, vitamin D, and B12, as well as minerals like selenium, iodine, calcium, and iron.10 Herring is low in toxins like lead, cadmium, and mercury, making herring a nutritious and safe seafood option to add to your diet. —Jillian Kubala, Health, 8 July 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