Nuclear
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈn(j)u.kli.ɚ/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Nuclear is an adjective meaning Pertaining to the nucleus of an atom.
Meaning
Pertaining to the nucleus of an atom.
More Meanings
- Involving energy released by nuclear reactions (fission, fusion, radioactive decay).
- Relating to a weapon that derives its force from rapid release of energy through nuclear reactions.
- Having nuclear weapons.
- (by extension, figurative, of a solution or response) Involving an extreme course of action, or one with severe consequences.
- (biology) Pertaining to the nucleus of a cell.
- Relating to, being of, or comprising the nuclear family.
- (archaic) Pertaining to a centre around which something is developed or organised; central, pivotal.
Example Sentences
a nuclear power
a nuclear reactor
nuclear technology
a nuclear explosion
Word Forms
- nuclears
Synonyms for nuclear
Depending on context, synonyms include atomic, thermonuclear, central.
Antonyms for nuclear
Common opposites include conventional.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include atomic, thermonuclear, central, nuclide, atom, radioactive.
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