Synonyms for

Powder

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

Definition

a fine, loose, dry substance that consists of tiny particles of a particular substance

Synonyms & similar words

pulverise pulverize powderise pulverization powderize gunpowder pulverisation dust pulverize crush grind shatter atomize mill pound granulate fragment disintegrate comminute levigate pulverulence pulverous pulverulent pulverizable pulverizable pulverine pulverousness

Synonyms by register

Formal

dust granules particulate

Informal

dust stuff goo

Literary

effluvium fine particles

Antonyms

solid liquid lump block mass chunk

Common collocations

  • powder puff
  • powder keg
  • gunpowder
  • face powder
  • baby powder
  • powder snow
  • powder room
  • powder coating

Word family

noun powder
verb powder

Usage note

As a noun, 'powder' refers to a dry, loose aggregation of fine particles. As a verb, it means to apply powder to something or to reduce something to powder.

Example sentences

  1. I put some baby powder on my feet to keep them dry.
  2. The scientist mixed some powder into the solution to see what would happen.
  3. She sprinkled some powder on the cookies to make them look festive.
  4. The hiker carried a small bag of powder to use on blisters.
  5. The makeup artist applied some powder to the actress's face to set the foundation.

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