Synonym for indole ... 1. 2,3-Benzopyrrole;basis of many biologically active substances (e.g., serotonin, tryptophan); formed in degradation of tryptophan. ... Synonym: ketole. ... 2. Any of many alkaloids containing the indole structure. ... (05 Mar 2000) ... Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/20973