Synonyms for

Shale

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

Definition

a type of rock that splits easily into thin layers

Synonyms & similar words

slate claystone argillite mudstone siltstone schist marl limestone sandstone dolomite chert granite gneiss quartzite basalt shist lignite lithology breccia conglomerate

Synonyms by register

Formal

argillaceous rock laminated rock sedimentary rock

Common collocations

  • shale gas
  • oil shale
  • shale formation
  • shale deposits
  • shale bedrock
  • shale layers
  • black shale

Word family

noun shale

Usage note

Shale is a fine-grained sedimentary rock composed primarily of clay minerals. It is often associated with the extraction of natural gas and oil.

Example sentences

  1. The shale rocks are easy to break apart.
  2. The shale is used to make bricks for building.
  3. The shale gas is an important source of energy.
  4. The shale deposits extend over a large area.
  5. The shale layer is sandwiched between two layers of sandstone.

Quotes

  • The shale gas is a game-changer for the energy industry. - Ray Hunt
  • The shale revolution has transformed the world energy outlook. - Fatih Birol
  • The shale boom has made America the world's largest oil producer. - Ryan Zinke

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