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 The introduction of liquid glass has led to larger, more graphical elements that have taken over in terms of clarity and ease of use. — Ewan Spence, Forbes.com, 2 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 technology can extract metals and minerals including iron, gallium, alumina, titania and rare earth elements, while creating a cleaner material stream that can be processed more efficiently for further recovery. — Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 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 Played in fours, padel combines elements of tennis and squash. — Mustafa Qadri, CNN Money, 25 July 2026 Each silhouette has different elements to make the design functional and special. — ABC News, 25 July 2026

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