pantothenic acid

noun

pan·​to·​then·​ic acid ˌpan-tə-ˈthe-nik- 

-ˈthē-

: a viscous oily acid C₉H₁₇NO₅ of the vitamin B complex found in all living tissues

Examples of pantothenic acid in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Why Avocados Are Great for a Diabetes-Friendly Diet Avocados are packed with monounsaturated fats, fiber, vitamins C, E, K, and B-6, and nutrients like riboflavin, niacin, folate, pantothenic acid, magnesium, and potassium. —Lauren Manaker Ms, Verywell Health, 10 Oct. 2025

This powerful capsule includes both zinc and pantothenic acid, as well as vitamins A, C, D3, niacin, and prebiotics and probiotics. —Brianna Peters, Vogue, 28 Aug. 2025

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Word History

Etymology

Greek pantothen from all sides, from pant-, pas all — more at pan-

First Known Use

1933, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for pantothenic acid

• antacid
• placid

Kids Definition

pantothenic acid

noun

pan·​to·​then·​ic acid ˌpant-ə-ˌthen-ik- 

: an oily acid of the vitamin B complex found in all living tissues and necessary for growth

Medical Definition

pantothenic acid

noun

pan·​to·​then·​ic acid ˌpant-ə-ˌthen-ik- 

: a viscous oily acid C₉H₁₇NO₅ that belongs to the vitamin B complex, occurs usually combined (as in coenzyme A) in all living tissues and especially liver, is made synthetically, and is essential for the growth of various animals and microorganisms