nuclear energy

[noo-klee-er en-er-jee, nyoo-] / ˈnu kli ər ˈɛn ər dʒi, ˈnyu- /

NOUN

radioactive energy source

Synonyms

STRONGEST

atomic energy nuclear power

WEAK

atomic power fission power fusion power nuclear fission power nuclear fusion power thermonuclear energy thermonuclear power

Example Sentences

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The global artificial intelligence buildout, with its insatiable appetite for reliable baseload electricity to power data centers, is accelerating that interest in nuclear energy further.

From Salon • May 21, 2026

The Trump administration announced another $94 million in cost-sharing grants as it continues to encourage the buildout of the nuclear energy sector.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

However, Wang added, “China supports Iran’s efforts to safeguard its national sovereignty and security,” including its right to develop nuclear energy for peaceful purposes.

From Slate • May 7, 2026

Belgium is one of a number of European countries revising their nuclear strategy, making a complete U-turn after years of reluctance about investing in nuclear energy.

From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026

“It may be that the day of useful nuclear energy is not so far distant after all,” he wrote to his fellow cyclotron builder Alexander Allen.

From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik