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

Insects, and especially native honeybees, helped produce more than 20% of total vitamin E, vitamin A and folate intake. —Jonathan Lambert, NPR, 6 May 2026

Formulated with mature skin in mind, the primer is packed with hydrating ingredients like shea butter, vitamin E, squalane, and aloe vera. —Isabel Garcia, PEOPLE, 4 May 2026

While the name Precision sounds intense, this lip pencil is fine for artistry at every level, with a hydrating formula made with vitamin E, triglyceride, and cottonseed oil that frames the lips without a hint of feathering. —Micaela English, Glamour, 30 Apr. 2026

Meanwhile, emollient vitamin E and softening jojoba seed oil condition your natural nails, leaving them (and the skin around them) feeling softer and more hydrated. —Sarah Felbin, Allure, 30 Apr. 2026

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