1. plural of chemistry; the science that deals with the composition, structure, and properties of substances and their transformations
2. the chemical composition and properties of different substances or materials
3. the complex emotional or psychological interactions between people
Usage: informal

Examples

• The university offers courses in organic and inorganic chemistries.
• Scientists study the different chemistries of various metals.
• The soil chemistries varied significantly across the farm.
• The two actors had great on-screen chemistries in all their films together.
• Understanding plant chemistries helps farmers choose the right fertilizers.
• The team’s chemistries improved after the new coach arrived.