Pronunciation: /ˈɡræn.jə.lər/

Definitions of granular

adjective describing something that is made up of or resembles small grains or particles

Example Sentences

A1 The sugar in the jar feels granular to the touch.

A2 The granular texture of the sand on the beach made it perfect for building sandcastles.

B1 The granular data provided by the survey allowed for a more detailed analysis of the results.

B2 The granular level of detail in the report helped to identify specific areas for improvement.

C1 The scientist conducted a granular examination of the data to uncover any anomalies.

C2 The artist's attention to granular details in the painting created a sense of depth and complexity.

Examples of granular in a Sentence

formal The data analysis was conducted at a granular level to ensure accuracy.

informal I prefer to look at things in a more granular way, focusing on the details.

slang Let's get granular and really break down this problem.

figurative She had a granular understanding of the situation, seeing all the small details.

Grammatical Forms of granular

past tense

granulated

plural

granulars

comparative

more granular

superlative

most granular

present tense

granulates

future tense

will granulate

perfect tense

has granulated

continuous tense

is granulating

singular

granular

positive degree

granular

infinitive

to granulate

gerund

granulating

participle

granulated

Origin and Evolution of granular

First Known Use: 1753 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'granular' originated from the Latin word 'granulum' which means small grain or seed.
Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe things composed of or resembling grains or granules, the term 'granular' has evolved to also refer to things that are detailed, specific, or finely divided.