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Definitions

materials

NOUN
data
Synonyms
STRONGEST
dossier evidence goods info input knowledge picture statistics testimony
STRONG
abstracts circumstances compilations conclusions details documents dope experiments facts figures measurements memorandums notes proof reports results scoop score
WEAK
brass tacks chapter and verse whole story
NOUN
goods
Synonyms
STRONGEST
cargo freight stock textile
STRONG
bolt commodities fabric line load seconds stuff wares
WEAK
vendibles
NOUN
line
Synonyms
STRONG
commodity goods involvement produce trade wares
WEAK
vendibles
NOUN
order
Synonyms
STRONGEST
application purchase shipment
STRONG
amount booking bulk commission engagement goods quantity requisition reservation reserve stipulation
NOUN
supplies
Synonyms
STRONG
food foodstuffs items material necessities provender rations replenishments stock store stores
WEAK
raw materials
NOUN
ware
Synonyms
STRONGEST
commodity fabric merchandise textile
STRONG
bolt cargo commodities freight line load seconds stock stuff
WEAK
vendibles

Example Sentences

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This ability to fine-tune surface composition provides a powerful new way to design materials for electronics, catalysis, energy storage, photonics, and other applications.

From Science Daily • Apr. 4, 2026

I looked at prototypes and rare materials that even Tim Cook hadn’t known about.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

But it means that many pupils will be unable to access revision materials provided by their teachers online.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

Recurring materials in his works held layered meanings.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

“No, but…While those reactions can be cool—as seen on the TikTiks and the TweetTubes—we’re going to use different materials so we can control it more. And analyze it.”

From "Popcorn" by Rob Harrell

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.