SUBSTANCES Synonyms
22 hypernyms for substances. (close relations)
Best Synonyms for SUBSTANCES
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| matter | verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj | |||||
noun • a vaguely specified concern • some situation or event that is thought about • that which has mass and occupies space • a problem • (used with negation) having consequence • written works (especially in books or magazines) verb • have weight; have import, carry weight | ||||||
| stuff | verb, noun v, n | |||||
noun • the tangible substance that goes into the makeup of a physical object • miscellaneous unspecified objects • informal terms for personal possessions • senseless talk • unspecified qualities required to do or be something • information in some unspecified form • a critically important or characteristic component verb • cram into a cavity • press or force • obstruct • overeat or eat immodestly; make a pig of oneself • treat with grease, fill, and prepare for mounting • fill tightly with a material • fill with a stuffing while cooking | ||||||
| elements | noun n | |||||
noun • violent or severe weather (viewed as caused by the action of the four elements) | ||||||
| things | noun n | |||||
noun • any movable possession (especially articles of clothing) | ||||||
| articles | noun n | |||||
noun • nonfictional prose forming an independent part of a publication • one of a class of artifacts • a separate section of a legal document (as a statute or contract or will) • (grammar) a determiner that may indicate the specificity of reference of a noun phrase verb • bind by a contract; especially for a training period | ||||||
| bodies | verb, noun v, n | |||||
noun • the entire physical structure of an organism (an animal, plant, or human being) • a group of persons associated by some common tie or occupation and regarded as an entity • a natural object consisting of a dead animal or person • an individual 3-dimensional object that has mass and that is distinguishable from other objects • the body excluding the head and neck and limbs • a collection of particulars considered as a system • the property of holding together and retaining its shape • the central message of a communication • the main mass of a thing • a resonating chamber in a musical instrument (as the body of a violin) • the external structure of a vehicle verb • invest with or as with a body; give body to | ||||||
| commodities | noun n | |||||
noun • a raw material that is sold in large quantities, usually to other businesses for manufacturing or production purposes | ||||||
| components | noun n | |||||
noun • an abstract part of something • something determined in relation to something that includes it • an artifact that is one of the individual parts of which a composite entity is made up; especially a part that can be separated from or attached to a system | ||||||
| compounds | verb, adverb, noun v, adv, n | |||||
adjective • composed of more than one part noun • a whole formed by a union of two or more elements or parts • (chemistry) a substance formed by chemical union of two or more elements or ingredients in definite proportion by weight • an enclosure of residences and other building (especially in the Orient) • a word (as anthropology, kilocycle, builder) consisting of any of various combinations of words, combining forms, or affixes. adjective satellite • consisting of two or more substances or ingredients or elements or parts • composed of many distinct individuals united to form a whole or colony verb • make more intense, stronger, or more marked • put or add together • calculate principal and interest • create by mixing or combining • combine so as to form a whole; mix | ||||||
| constituents | noun n | |||||
noun • an artifact that is one of the individual parts of which a composite entity is made up; especially a part that can be separated from or attached to a system • a member of a constituency; a citizen who is represented in a government by officials for whom he or she votes • something determined in relation to something that includes it • (grammar) a word or phrase or clause forming part of a larger grammatical construction • an abstract part of something adjective satellite • constitutional in the structure of something (especially your physical makeup) | ||||||
| entities | noun n | |||||
noun • that which is perceived or known or inferred to have its own distinct existence (living or nonliving) | ||||||
| goods | noun n | |||||
adjective • having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified • morally admirable noun • benefit • moral excellence or admirableness • that which is pleasing or valuable or useful • a raw material that is sold in large quantities, usually to other businesses for manufacturing or production purposes adverb • (often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (`good' is a nonstandard dialectal variant for `well') • completely and absolutely (`good' is sometimes used informally for `thoroughly') adjective satellite • having the normally expected amount • deserving of esteem and respect • promoting or enhancing well-being • agreeable or pleasing • of moral excellence • having or showing knowledge and skill and aptitude • thorough • with or in a close or intimate relationship • financially safe • most suitable or right for a particular purpose • resulting favorably • exerting force or influence • capable of pleasing • appealing to the mind • in excellent physical condition • tending to promote physical well-being; beneficial to health • not forged • not left to spoil • generally admired | ||||||
| items | noun n | |||||
noun • a distinct part that can be specified separately in a group of things that could be enumerated on a list • a small part that can be considered separately from the whole • a whole individual unit; especially when included in a list or collection • an isolated fact that is considered separately from the whole • an individual instance of a type of symbol adverb • (used when listing or enumerating items) also | ||||||
| materials | noun n | |||||
adjective • derived from or composed of matter • directly relevant to a matter especially a law case • having material or physical form or substance • having substance or capable of being treated as fact; not imaginary noun • the tangible substance that goes into the makeup of a physical object • information (data or ideas or observations) that can be used or reworked into a finished form • artifact made by weaving or felting or knitting or crocheting natural or synthetic fibers • things needed for doing or making something • a person judged suitable for admission or employment adjective satellite • concerned with worldly rather than spiritual interests • concerned with or affecting physical as distinct from intellectual or psychological well-being | ||||||
| objects | noun n | |||||
noun • a tangible and visible entity; an entity that can cast a shadow • the goal intended to be attained (and which is believed to be attainable) • (grammar) a constituent that is acted upon • the focus of cognitions or feelings • (computing) a discrete item that provides a description of virtually anything known to a computer verb • express or raise an objection or protest or criticism or express dissent • be averse to or express disapproval of | ||||||
| resources | noun n | |||||
noun • available source of wealth; a new or reserve supply that can be drawn upon when needed • a source of aid or support that may be drawn upon when needed • the ability to deal resourcefully with unusual problems | ||||||
| supplies | noun n | |||||
noun • an amount of something available for use • offering goods and services for sale • the activity of supplying or providing something verb • give something useful or necessary to • circulate or distribute or equip with • give what is desired or needed, especially support, food or sustenance • state or say further | ||||||
| gist | noun n | |||||
noun • the central meaning or theme of a speech or literary work • the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience | ||||||
| crux | noun n | |||||
noun • the most important point • a small conspicuous constellation in the Southern Hemisphere in the Milky Way near Centaurus | ||||||
| dope | verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj | |||||
noun • street names for marijuana • an ignorant or foolish person • carbonated drink flavored with extract from kola nuts • slang terms for inside information verb • take drugs to improve one's athletic performance • add impurities to (a semiconductor) in order to produce or modify its properties • give a narcotic to | ||||||