ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Dielectric

Definition & Meaning

Pronunciation /ˌdaɪ.ɪˈlɛk.tɹɪk/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Dielectric is a noun meaning (electrically) insulating.

Meaning

(electrically) insulating.

More Meanings

  1. (physics) An electrically insulating or nonconducting material considered for its electric susceptibility, i.e. its property of polarization when exposed to an external electric field.

Word Forms

Synonyms for dielectric

Depending on context, synonyms include insulator, nonconductor.

Antonyms for dielectric

Common opposites include conductor.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include insulator, nonconductor, capacitor, insulation, insulating, nonconductive.

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