# polymer vs polymeric

> English confusable word pair

## The two words

### polymer
*noun · IPA /ˈpɒl.ɪ.mə/ · frequency rank #12,301*
A long or larger molecule consisting of a chain or network of many repeating units, formed by chemically bonding together many identical or similar small molecules called monomers. A polymer is formed by polymerization, the joining of many monomer molecules.

### polymeric
*adjective · IPA /ˌpɒlɪˈmɛɹɪk/ · frequency rank #43,852*
Of, relating to, or consisting of a polymer. Examples of such compounds include polyurethane foams, PVC foams, and styrofoam.

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