Synonyms for

Particles

Verb / ˈpɑ:rtʌkʌlz / / ˈpɑ:rtɪkʌlz / Another word for particles — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Particles are tiny pieces of something. They are so small that you usually can't see them.

Synonyms & similar words

atom molecule particle subatomicparticle speck corpuscle mote grains bits molecules atoms specks dust fragments shards crumbs granules droplets pieces elements minutiae smidgens snippets traces

Synonyms by register

Formal

corpuscles elements constituents components

Informal

bits pieces specks motes

Literary

motes specks dust

Antonyms

wholes masses aggregates collections groups bulk entities

Common collocations

  • subatomic particles
  • elementary particles
  • light particles
  • dust particles
  • air particles
  • tiny particles
  • small particles
  • charged particles

Word family

noun particle
adjective particulate

Usage note

The word 'particles' often refers to very small, discrete units, especially in scientific contexts. It can also refer to small pieces of matter or even grammatical particles.

Example sentences

  1. The scientist looked at the particles through a microscope.
  2. When you rub two sticks together, tiny particles come off.
  3. The beach is made of tiny particles of sand.
  4. The air is full of particles from car exhaust.
  5. The baker sifted the flour to remove any large particles.

Quotes

  • In every particle of this beautiful world, all things are in a dance of energy and light.
  • The universe is made of stories, not of atoms.
  • A particle is not a particle, it is a probability wave.

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