Synonyms for

Fissile

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

Definition

capable of being split or divided

Synonyms & similar words

fissionable nonfissile nonfissionable splitable divisible separable cleavable partible splittable breakable fragmentable frangible crackable breakupable breakupible disuniteable dissociable disintegrable disjunctive disjunctible fractionable mutable volatile

Example sentences

  1. The rock is fissile and can be easily split into two pieces.
  2. The atom is fissile, which means it can be divided into smaller parts.
  3. The vase is not fissile, so it won't break easily.
  4. He found a fissile line on the ground where the earthquake had caused a crack.
  5. The fissile material is used in the production of nuclear energy.

Quotes

  • The smallest fissile particle can cause a big explosion.
  • A fissile substance can undergo a chain reaction.
  • The fissile material is carefully controlled in nuclear power plants.

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