Synonyms for

Granite

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

Definition

Granite is a hard, gray, and usually speckled rock that is used for building and decorating.

Synonyms & similar words

rock stone boulder pebble cobblestone marble slate quartz sandstone limestone dolomite gneiss schist basalt pumice tuff travertine onyx jade emerald

Synonyms by register

Formal

igneous rock intrusive rock felsic rock

Literary

stone rock

Antonyms

soft yielding flexible pliable malleable fragile

Common collocations

  • granite countertop
  • granite slab
  • granite quarry
  • granite surface
  • granite formation
  • granite texture
  • granite block

Word family

noun granite
adjective granitic

Usage note

Granite is a type of igneous rock. It is often used metaphorically to describe something unyielding or steadfast.

Example sentences

  1. My kitchen countertop is made of granite.
  2. The statue was carved from a large block of granite.
  3. The mountain was made of solid granite.
  4. We hiked up the granite cliff to get a better view.
  5. The tombstone was made of polished granite.

Quotes

  • I'm a granite rock - and I don't move too easily. - Alex Ferguson
  • I'm a big believer in the fact that life is about preparation, preparation, preparation, and the ability to execute on the big stage. - Eddie George
  • I'm a bit of a rock star in my head. - Bill Gates

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