Synonyms for

Concrete

Verb / kʌˈnkri:t / / ˈkɑ:nkri:t / Another word for concrete — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a building material made by mixing cement, sand, and water

Synonyms & similar words

abstract cement mortar pavement flooring slab block brick stone rock hard solid firm impenetrable unyielding unbreakable indestructible unshakeable resolute

Synonyms by register

Formal

tangible material physical real

Informal

solid real actual

Literary

corporeal substantial

Antonyms

abstract intangible theoretical vague ephemeral imaginary

Common collocations

  • concrete noun
  • concrete details
  • concrete example
  • concrete jungle
  • concrete steps
  • concrete evidence
  • concrete mixer

Word family

noun concrete
adjective concrete

Usage note

As an adjective, 'concrete' means existing in a material or physical form, not abstract. It can also refer to a type of building material.

Example sentences

  1. The workers poured the wet concrete into the molds to make the sidewalk.
  2. The concrete wall was too thick to break through.
  3. The house was built with concrete blocks.
  4. The highway was made of concrete and was very smooth to drive on.
  5. The foundation of the building was made of concrete and was very strong.

Quotes

  • Concrete is a material that can be used for a variety of purposes, from building foundations to creating statues. - Marcus Garvey
  • The concrete jungle of the city can be overwhelming, but it is also full of opportunities. - Unknown
  • The strength of a structure is only as good as the quality of the concrete used. - Unknown

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