ELEMENTS Synonyms: 31 Similar and Opposite Words

elements

noun

plural of element

as in principles

general or basic truths on which other truths or theories can be based the elements of mathematics can be traced back to Euclid

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Recent Examples of elements Pease struggled with excess power on her landings, but showed remarkable flexibility in her dance elements. — Caroline Price, Forbes.com, 8 Aug. 2026 Other elements of the week are perhaps good for me, but slightly less enjoyable. — Mark Ellwood, Robb Report, 8 Aug. 2026 Rare earth elements are recovered as a by-product from Bayan Obo’s polymetallic ore, which also contains fluorite, niobium, scandium and thorium. — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 7 Aug. 2026 From there, nutty chestnut, rich cocoa, and tart black currant add contrasting moody elements, while rose and bergamot add a sense of subtle freshness and flowering. — Kiana Murden, Vogue, 7 Aug. 2026 While Tehran's civilian government is seeking economic relief and sanctions easing, elements within the security establishment may view continued pressure in the strait as an important source of leverage. — Emma Graham, CNBC, 1 Aug. 2026 The 1996-98 home and away jerseys kept those elements and paired them with the classic Islanders logo. — The Athletic Nhl Staff, New York Times, 1 Aug. 2026 Crafted from high-quality cedar and steel, it’s built to withstand the elements and can hold up to 20 pounds of snow per square foot. — Kate Boswell, Southern Living, 1 Aug. 2026 Inside the cabin, Emirates invoked the same design elements as the airline's iconic business-class cabin, such as cream leather with stitching details and wood accents. — Jessica Puckett, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Aug. 2026

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