Bromide

ENZH

What Does Bromide Mean?

  • 溴化物
  • 庸俗的言论

Bromide Pronunciation

/ˈbroʊmaɪd/

Bromide Definition

noun

Definition

A compound formed by the element bromine and another element or radical, commonly used in medicine and photography.

In ZH

由溴和其他元素或基团形成的化合物,常用于医学和摄影。

How to Use Bromide in a Sentence

  • The pharmacist dispensed a bromide for the patient's condition.
  • Bromides are often used as sedatives.
  • In photography, some films contain bromides to enhance image quality.
  • The use of potassium bromide has declined with the advent of more effective treatments.
  • A bromide is also a phrase that is overly common or dull.
noun

Definition

A bland or trite statement that is intended to soothe or placate but is ultimately unhelpful.

In ZH

一种平淡或陈腐的陈述,旨在安抚或缓解但最终无助。

How to Use Bromide in a Sentence

  • His speech was filled with bromides that failed to inspire the audience.
  • Saying 'everything will be fine' is just a bromide when faced with real problems.
  • People often resort to bromides during difficult conversations.
  • She smiled and offered a bromide to lift the mood.
  • In times of crisis, politicians often use bromides to calm the public.

Cultural Notes

The term 'bromide' in the context of language often refers to statements that lack originality or depth.