Granular
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈɡɹæn.jə.lə(ɹ)/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Granular is an adjective meaning Consisting of, or resembling, granules or grains.
Meaning
Consisting of, or resembling, granules or grains.
More Meanings
- (transferred sense) Refined or precise.
Example Sentences
a granular substance
It has a granular structure
This should allow for a more granular degree of control
This Whyn Dyke is bare at the cliffs ſeveral yards in height, and is near nine feet in width. It conſiſts of an inner part of a granular and ſomewhat porous texture.
Synonyms for granular
Depending on context, synonyms include granulous, corpuscular, globular, grainy, granulary, granuliform.
Antonyms for granular
Common opposites include fluidic, gaseous, nongranular, nonparticulate, unfloury, achondritic.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include grainy, sandy, gritty, farinaceous, mealy, chondritic.
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