Synonyms for

Fiber

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

Definition

Fiber is a thread or filament from which a plant or animal tissue, mineral substance, or textile is formed.

Synonyms & similar words

vulcanizedfiber character roughage fibre thread filament strand string yarn wool cotton linen silk rayon fabric material texture weave tissue cellulose roughage nutrition fibre

Synonyms by register

Formal

filament strand thread textile

Informal

string thread yarn

Literary

filigree tendril

Antonyms

solid bulk mass density compactness

Common collocations

  • dietary fiber
  • optical fiber
  • carbon fiber
  • fiber optic cable
  • fiber glass
  • nerve fiber
  • muscle fiber
  • fiber analysis

Word family

noun fiber
adjective fibrous

Usage note

In nutrition, 'fiber' refers to indigestible plant material. In other contexts, it refers to a thread-like structure.

Example sentences

  1. My shirt is made of soft fiber.
  2. The spider spun a web from fiber.
  3. Fiber can be found in fruits and vegetables.
  4. I added fiber supplements to my breakfast cereal.
  5. The artist used different fibers to create her artwork.

Quotes

  • I have never been a fan of fast food, and I've always tried to eat a balanced diet with a lot of fiber. That's why I believe in Fiber One bars.
  • I eat a lot of fiber, and I'm always drinking water.
  • I've got to have protein or I feel really weak. I'm mostly vegetarian, so I have to find protein other ways, like beans, tofu, and peanuts. I also eat a lot of fiber, like brown rice and whole grain bread.

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