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

Options that include ingredients like vitamin E, oats and aloe are particularly good for this purpose. —Bestreviews, Mercury News, 17 June 2025

Plus, its 2% glycerin and vitamin E duo nourishes and hydrates skin with each spray. —Tatayana Yomary, Essence, 12 June 2025

For example, two tablespoons of natural peanut butter contain three grams of dietary fiber, eight grams of protein, and other nutrients like vitamin E, magnesium, and calcium.14 8. —Lauren O'Connor, Health, 3 June 2025

Packed with vitamin E, the formula helps your skin retain moisture, acts as an antioxidant, promotes collagen production, and reduces redness and inflammation. —Izzy Baskette, People.com, 30 May 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