Synonyms for

Cement

Verb / sʌˈment / / sɪˈment / Another word for cement — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a powdery substance made by calcining lime and clay, mixed with water to form paste or mortar

Synonyms & similar words

cementum mortar concrete paste adhesive glue bond sealant filler grout putty mud plaster gesso stucco gum size solder weld join attach

Synonyms by register

Formal

concrete bind unite adhere

Informal

stick glue paste fix

Literary

weld fuse join

Antonyms

loosen separate disconnect detach undo dissolve break apart

Common collocations

  • cement mixer
  • cement truck
  • cement block
  • cement factory
  • cement shoes
  • cement board
  • cement slurry

Word family

noun cement
verb cement
adjective cementitious

Usage note

As a verb, 'cement' often implies creating a strong, permanent bond. Be careful not to confuse it with 'simmer' when discussing cooking or heating.

Example sentences

  1. The workers mixed the cement to make a strong foundation for the building.
  2. My dad used cement to fix the crack in the sidewalk.
  3. The sculpture was made from cement and steel.
  4. The dentist used cement to attach the crown to the tooth.
  5. The road was smooth because it was made of cement.

Quotes

  • Education is the cement that binds societies together.
  • The cement of this union is the heart-blood of every American.
  • Love is the cement that holds the world together.

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