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

While formulas featuring hyaluronic acid and vitamin C are now the norm, the industry’s serving up concoctions powered by the latest technological innovations. —Kiana Murden, Vogue, 1 May 2025

Retinol, vitamin C, and hyaluronic acid products are proven to improve the appearance and feel of skin. —Carrie Madormo, Rn, Mph, Verywell Health, 30 Apr. 2025

It’s enriched with vitamin C, which can help hydrate your skin for a full 48 hours. —Christopher Murray May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 29 Apr. 2025

Layered onto this base are carefully selected active ingredients (e.g., hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, or vitamin C). —Xandra Harbet, USA Today, 26 Apr. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1920, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for vitamin C

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

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