What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
noncyclic
Example
The noncyclic compound is more stable than the cyclic one. [noncyclic: adjective]
Example
The noncyclic graph has no loops or cycles. [noncyclic: adjective]
acyclic
Example
The acyclic compound is more reactive than the cyclic one. [acyclic: adjective]
Example
The acyclic graph is a tree with no loops or cycles. [acyclic: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Noncyclic is more common than acyclic in everyday language, especially in the context of chemistry.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between noncyclic and acyclic?
Both noncyclic and acyclic are technical terms used in scientific fields, making them more formal than everyday language.
