1. A chemical compound formed by the combination of a chalcogen (such as sulfur, selenium, or tellurium) with a more electropositive element or group.
Usage: technical; chemistry

Examples

• Cadmium sulfide is a common chalcogenide used in photovoltaic devices.
• Chalcogenide glasses are studied for their potential applications in infrared optics.
• The researchers synthesized a new chalcogenide compound with improved electrical properties.
• Chalcogenides containing selenium are often used in semiconductor manufacturing.
• The thermal stability of this chalcogenide makes it suitable for high-temperature applications.