molecules

noun

plural of molecule
as in particles
a very small piece not a molecule of sense in that girl

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

Example Sentences

Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of molecules The gains rely on a two-step method using two organic molecules of different sizes and shapes. — Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 3 Sep. 2026 Decades of work have now identified specific molecules that lock memories into place, with the search for others underway. — Andrea Gawrylewski, Scientific American, 1 Sep. 2026 When odor molecules cannot reach the olfactory cleft, the obstruction must be identified and treated first. — Alexandra Frost, USA Today, 31 Aug. 2026 The solvent breaks apart dirt and grease molecules and evaporates quickly to leave windows streak-free. — Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 29 Aug. 2026 These receptors normally respond to endorphins, which are naturally occurring signaling molecules, and are activated by opioid drugs. — Encyclopedia Britannica, 28 Aug. 2026 The scientists tracked matter loss by following the movements of molecular hydrogen, one of the most common molecules in protoplanetary disks. — Robert Lea, Space.com, 27 Aug. 2026 The association of wet environments, organic molecules and a mix of chemicals similar to those that microbes harness for energy on Earth allowed our team to conclude that conditions in Gale were once capable of supporting life. — Ashwin R. Vasavada, The Conversation, 27 Aug. 2026 Many molecules in nature absorb certain light wavelengths while reflecting others as visible color. — Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 26 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for molecules
  1. particles
  2. specks
  3. atoms
  4. bits
  5. flecks
  6. grains
  7. scraps
  8. patches
Noun
  • The investigation report also said the fire resulted from hot metal particles falling onto vegetation below the tower, which had not been cleared in years.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 28 Aug. 2026
  • These trails form when aircraft engine emissions encounter extremely cold air found at high altitudes, causing tiny ice particles to develop.
    — Chas Newkey-Burden, TheWeek, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of particles
Noun
  • Calcium shows up as bright white specks on the coronary artery images.
    — Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 20 Aug. 2026
  • Pulse a few times, until crumbs range in size from specks to peas.
    — Leah Eskin, Midwest Living, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of specks
Noun
  • These uncoordinated atoms create electrical traps that stall the flow of current.
    — Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 3 Sep. 2026
  • Fission – or the splitting of atoms (usually uranium) – produces energy that heats a liquid (usually water) into steam, which then spins a turbine, generating electricity.
    — Donald Keough, Christian Science Monitor, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of atoms
Noun
  • Playing the helpful citizen, Martinez drove his literal truckload of ALPR bits directly to the Sheriff’s department, where he was promptly taken into custody.
    — Joe Wilkins, Futurism, 3 Sep. 2026
  • If using a Satsuma, peel it by hand, remove any particularly thick, stringy bits or pieces of pith, and then cut it into similar shapes.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of bits
Noun
  • The soup itself has an almost lemon curd-like acidity and sweetness, and it’s laced with flecks of fresh corn and tiny diced pieces of zucchini.
    — Anne Ewbank, Sacbee.com, 19 Aug. 2026
  • Amid his vast responsibilities running all the departments in the Giants’ front office, Zaidi still found the time to pore over MLB Draft League statistics and look for flecks of gold.
    — Andrew Baggarly, New York Times, 16 Aug. 2026
Definition of flecks
Noun
  • Dyson Farming is among the top five producers of wheat grains, malting barley, oil seeds, peas, and potatoes in the United Kingdom.
    — Jenny Bailly, Allure, 1 Sep. 2026
  • Although mugwort and goldenrod are often blamed for autumnal allergies, most seasonal symptoms are actually caused by ragweed – a common lookalike plant that can produce billions of grains of pollen in a single season.
    — Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 30 Aug. 2026
Definition of grains
Noun
  • At one point, Doug gathered scraps of King’s clothing and sent them to a spiritualist in Whanganui.
    — Laura Preston, New Yorker, 30 Aug. 2026
  • Treats, table scraps and food used for medication count, too.
    — Lauren Paige Richeson, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of scraps
Noun
  • Avoid walking through tall grass, rocky areas or other places where snakes might hide, such as wildflower or bluebonnet patches.
    — Brandi D. Addison, USA Today, 2 Sep. 2026
  • The Judge card Towns purchased includes two Gold Logoman patches worn by the Yankees outfielder during each of the last two seasons to mark his consecutive MVP campaigns in 2024 and 2025.
    — Larry Holder, New York Times, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of patches

Browse Nearby Words

molecule
molecules
moles
See all Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Molecules.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/molecules. Accessed 5 Sep. 2026.

Copy Citation
Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!

Popular in Grammar & Usage

See More

A Who’s Who Regarding ‘Who’s’ and ‘Whose’

A List of Most Commonly Confused Words

Why do we use apostrophes to show possession?

Is it 'nerve-racking' or 'nerve-wracking'?

What's the difference between 'fascism' and 'socialism'?
See More

Popular in Wordplay

See More

The Longest Long Words List

Stay Woke

Ye Olde Nincompoop: Old-Fashioned Words for 'Stupid'

14 Phobias You Probably Haven't Heard Of

The Words of the Week - Sept. 4
See More

Popular

See More

A Who’s Who Regarding ‘Who’s’ and ‘Whose’

The Longest Long Words List

Stay Woke
See More

Games & Quizzes

See All
Play Quordle: Guess all four words in a limited number of tries. Each of your guesses must be a real 5-letter word.
Quordle Can you solve 4 words at once?
Play Blossom: Solve today's spelling word game by finding as many words as you can using just 7 letters. Longer words score more points.
Blossom Pick the best words!
Play Missing Letter: a crossword with a twist. Each of the 25 puzzle words start with a different letter of the alphabet. Which letter is missing?
The Missing Letter A daily crossword with a twist
anagrams on a chalk board
Word Builder Quiz Vol. 2 Pick the letter that when added to a word will ma...
See All