Synonyms for

Extracted

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

Definition

To remove or take out something from a larger whole.

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

removed drawn out retrieved obtained

Informal

pulled out got out taken out

Literary

wrested plucked

Antonyms

inserted included added joined integrated implanted

Common collocations

  • extracted from
  • extracted data
  • extracted teeth
  • extracted juice
  • extracted oil
  • extracted essence
  • extracted meaning

Word family

noun extraction
verb extract
adjective extractive

Usage note

Often used in contexts of removing something from a larger whole, such as a substance from a plant or a tooth from the jaw. Can also refer to obtaining information.

Example sentences

  1. The dentist extracted my tooth.
  2. I extracted the juice from the orange.
  3. The archaeologist extracted the bones from the soil.
  4. The teacher extracted the answer from the student.
  5. The soldier extracted the bullet from his arm.

Quotes

  • Wisdom is extracted from the lessons we learn.
  • The truth must be extracted from the evidence.
  • The essence of beauty can be extracted from the smallest of details.

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