Synonyms for

Pb

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

Definition

PB is the chemical symbol for lead.

Synonyms & similar words

pb lead pbit petabyte pebibyte petabit atomicnumber pib lead plumbous plumbic plumbiferous litharge massicot minium

Synonyms by register

Formal

trivial minor insignificant unimportant

Informal

no biggie no sweat piece of cake easy peasy

Literary

trifling paltry

Antonyms

important significant notable consequential major key

Common collocations

  • not a pb
  • it's a pb
  • solving a pb
  • a real pb
  • a big pb
  • a small pb
  • the pb is

Word family

noun problem

Usage note

PB is an abbreviation for 'Problem'. It is most commonly used in informal contexts, especially in gaming or technical discussions, to refer to a difficult challenge or issue.

Example sentences

  1. PB is a metal that is toxic to humans.
  2. The paint in older homes may contain PB.
  3. The scientist used PB in his experiment.
  4. PB is often found in car batteries.
  5. If you touch PB, you should wash your hands immediately.

Quotes

  • "Lead poisoning is an insidious disease," she said. "It creeps up on you like a thief in the night. And it's not just the lead in the water that's toxic. It's also the lead in paint, in soil, and in the air." - Marc Edwards
  • "It's truly remarkable how fast children's brains develop when they are exposed to lead, and how quickly they can be damaged. It's like a wildfire that can't be put out." - Mona Hanna-Attisha
  • "The lead in the water is a symptom of a larger problem. The real issue is the structural racism that allowed this to happen in the first place." - Jemele Hill

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