bead

[beed] / bid /

NOUN

droplet, blob

Synonyms

STRONGEST

dot pellet stone

STRONG

bean bubble dab driblet drop globule grain particle pea pill shot speck spherule

Example Sentences

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While investors are trying to get a bead on the Fed, earnings season is rolling on.

From Barron's • Feb. 3, 2026

During breaks, she’d work at a Chicago bead store, where she learned about global jewelry-making practices.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 30, 2025

"I'm bursting with confidence now... not a single bead of sweat."

From BBC • Oct. 23, 2025

Not just that, but Julia also had a bead on part-time remote work.

From Slate • Aug. 4, 2025

The tiniest bead of juice from the blusher mushroom.

From "The Cruel Prince" by Holly Black