Engineering Materials

noun a substance used for sticking objects together

adjective able to stick fast to a surface or object; sticky

• The adhesive used in the construction industry must meet strict standards for durability.
• I need to buy some adhesive to fix the loose tiles in the bathroom.
• I found this super sticky adhesive that works like magic!
• Her words were like adhesive, sticking with me long after our conversation ended.

noun a hardened outer layer or surface

adjective hardened by exposure to a process that makes it resistant to damage

• The metal was case hardened to increase its durability.
• I heard they case hardened the new tools for better performance.
• The mechanic said he would case harden the car parts to make them last longer.
• His experiences in life had case hardened him, making him tough and resilient.

noun a form of art using materials such as clay to create objects like pottery and sculptures

• The museum has an impressive collection of ancient ceramics.
• My friend is taking a ceramics class next semester.
• I love how those ceramics turned out, they're so cool!
• Her words were like delicate ceramics, easily shattered with the slightest touch.

noun a thing made up of several parts or elements

adjective made up of various parts or elements

• The engineer used a composite material to build the bridge, ensuring its durability and strength.
• I love how the composite deck looks in our backyard, it's so much better than wood.
• That new car is totally composite, it's got all the latest features and technology.
• The artist's painting was a composite of various styles, creating a unique and eclectic masterpiece.

verb to become worse in quality or condition

• The condition of the building continued to deteriorate over time.
• I noticed that my car's paint job started to deteriorate after a few years.
• His health has really started to go downhill and deteriorate lately.
• The relationship between the two countries began to deteriorate after the trade agreement fell through.

noun a precious stone consisting of a clear and typically colorless crystalline form of pure carbon

• The diamond is a precious gemstone that is highly valued for its clarity and brilliance.
• She was ecstatic when her boyfriend gave her a diamond ring for their anniversary.
• That car is a real diamond, it's a beauty!
• Her voice was like a diamond, clear and pure.

noun a flexible material that can stretch and return to its original shape

adjective able to be stretched and then return to its original shape or size

• The elastic material used in the production of the clothing allows for flexibility and stretch.
• I love how these elastic waistband pants are so comfortable to wear.
• I need to get some new sneakers with elastic laces - they're so convenient.
• Her mind was like an elastic band, always bouncing back from setbacks.

noun the quality of being elastic; the ability of an object or material to resume its shape after being stretched or compressed

• The concept of price elasticity of demand measures how sensitive consumers are to changes in price.
• I heard that the elasticity of that rubber band is really strong.
• I can't believe the elasticity of those leggings, they are so stretchy!
• The elasticity of her schedule allowed her to easily adapt to last-minute changes.

noun a feeling of extreme tiredness resulting from mental or physical exertion

verb to cause to feel tired or exhausted

• The long hours of work led to extreme fatigue among the employees.
• I'm feeling so tired and drained, it's like a never-ending fatigue.
• I can't hang out tonight, I'm too fatigued from the gym earlier.
• The constant stress and pressure caused a deep fatigue in his soul.

adjective relating to or resembling a filament

• The scientist observed the filamentary structure of the neural pathways in the brain.
• I read an article about the filamentary patterns in clouds, it was fascinating!
• Check out the filamentary design on these new sneakers, they're so cool.
• The artist used filamentary strokes to create a sense of movement in the painting.

adjective lacking firmness or stiffness; limp

• The patient exhibited symptoms of flaccid paralysis in his lower limbs.
• I heard that guy fainted because his legs went all flaccid on him.
• Dude, your arm looks so flaccid after that intense workout.
• The team's performance was flaccid, lacking any energy or enthusiasm.

verb a word used to describe an action, state, or occurrence, such as 'graded' which is the past tense of the verb 'grade'

• The final exams will be graded based on a strict rubric.
• I hope the teacher grades the test leniently.
• I aced that assignment, so I know I'll get a good grade.
• Her performance was graded as top-notch by the judges.

verb a word used to describe an action, state, or occurrence

adjective a word or phrase naming an attribute, added to or grammatically related to a noun to modify or describe it

• The honeycombed structure of the beehive is designed to efficiently store honey.
• I love the honeycombed pattern on this sweater, it's so cute!
• That new restaurant has a honeycombed ceiling that looks really cool.
• Her mind was honeycombed with doubt, making it hard for her to make decisions.

adjective inactive or sluggish by habit or nature

• The chemical compound is inert and does not react with other substances.
• The old computer sitting in the corner is completely inert.
• I feel so inert today, I just want to lay in bed and do nothing.
• His emotions seemed inert, as if he had shut himself off from feeling anything.

adjective incapable of being broken or separated; unbreakable

• The contract was written with infrangible clauses to ensure legal protection.
• The friendship between them seemed infrangible, lasting through thick and thin.
• Their bond was so tight, it was like they had an infrangible connection.
• Her resolve was as infrangible as a diamond, unbreakable in the face of adversity.

noun a strong, hard magnetic silvery-gray metal, the chemical element of atomic number 26

verb smooth (clothes, sheets, etc.) with an iron

adjective of or resembling iron

adverb in a strong, robust, or unyielding manner

• Iron is a chemical element with symbol Fe and atomic number 26.
• I need to iron my shirt before the meeting.
• She has nerves of iron when it comes to public speaking.
• His resolve was as strong as iron in the face of adversity.

adjective capable of being repaired or fixed

• The tear in the fabric is mendable with the right tools and skills.
• Don't worry, that broken vase is totally mendable.
• I know we had a fight, but our friendship is mendable.
• Sometimes relationships go through rough patches, but they are usually mendable with communication and effort.

noun a solid material that is typically hard, shiny, malleable, fusible, and ductile, with good electrical and thermal conductivity

• The metal used in the construction of the building is highly durable.
• I love listening to metal music, it always gets me pumped up.
• That car is so metal, it looks really cool.
• His heart was as cold as metal, showing no emotion towards the situation.

adjective characterized by massiveness and rigidity; massive and uniform in structure or character

• The monolithic structure stood tall against the skyline, a testament to the architect's vision.
• That monolithic building is so huge, it's hard to miss!
• The monolithic task of cleaning my room seems impossible right now.
• His monolithic ego overshadowed any chance of a productive conversation.

noun the quality or state of being nonuniform

• The nonuniformity of the data points led to inconclusive results in the study.
• The unevenness of the distribution messed up the findings of the research.
• The all-over-the-place data made it hard to draw any conclusions.
• The patchwork of information created a confusing picture of the situation.

noun a synthetic polymer material used in the production of fabrics and other materials

• The nylon fabric used in the production of the clothing is known for its durability and flexibility.
• I love wearing nylon socks because they are so comfortable and breathable.
• That nylon jacket is sick! Where did you get it?
• Her words wrapped around him like a tight nylon rope, suffocating any chance of escape.

noun a colorless gas used as a fuel

adjective related to or characteristic of propane

• Propane is commonly used as a fuel for heating and cooking.
• We need to refill the propane tank before we can have a barbecue.
• Let's hook up the propane tank and fire up the grill!
• His anger was like a tank of propane, ready to explode at any moment.

noun a naturally occurring solid substance composed of one or more minerals

verb to move gently back and forth or from side to side

adjective having a solid and firm structure

adverb no applicable adverb for 'rock'

pronoun no applicable pronoun for 'rock'

preposition no applicable preposition for 'rock'

conjunction no applicable conjunction for 'rock'

interjection no applicable interjection for 'rock'

article no applicable article for 'rock'

• The geologist studied the composition of the rock formations in the area.
• We found a cool rock at the beach and decided to keep it as a souvenir.
• That concert last night totally rocked!
• She's the rock of our family, always there to support us in tough times.

noun a thin straight bar, especially of wood or metal

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• The fishing rod is made of high-quality materials for durability.
• I found a cool fishing rod at the store today.
• Let's go hit the rods this weekend and see what we can catch.
• She felt like she was walking on a tightrope, balancing on a thin rod of uncertainty.

noun a thin circle of rubber used to hold things together by stretching around them

• The office uses rubber bands to organize paperwork.
• I always keep a rubber band on my wrist in case I need it.
• I love flicking rubber bands at my friends during class.
• His argument was like a stretched rubber band, ready to snap at any moment.

noun a stony waste matter separated from metals during the smelting or refining of ore

verb to criticize or insult someone in a harsh manner

• The byproduct of the steel-making process is known as slag.
• I accidentally stepped on a piece of slag at the construction site.
• Hey, check out that cool slag art piece my friend made!
• Her cutting remarks were like verbal slag, leaving a mark on everyone present.

verb to make or become solid, hard, or firm

• The company aims to solidify its position in the market by expanding its product line.
• I need to solidify my plans for the weekend before we make any reservations.
• Let's solidify our crew for the party tonight.
• Through hard work and dedication, she was able to solidify her reputation as a top performer in the industry.

adverb thoroughly or completely

preposition indicating movement from one side of an opening or location to the other

• He was a dedicated scientist through and through, always committed to his research.
• She's a gamer through and through, you can always find her playing video games.
• He's a skater through and through, he's always shredding at the skate park.
• She's a romantic through and through, always believing in true love.

verb to unwind or straighten out something that is coiled or twisted

• The snake began to uncoil itself as it slithered across the grass.
• I watched as the hose uncoiled itself and water sprayed everywhere.
• I can't believe how quickly he uncoiled after hearing the news.
• After a long day at work, I finally uncoiled on the couch and relaxed.

noun a twist or distortion in the shape or form of something

verb to become twisted or distorted

• The fabric's warp and weft are carefully woven together to create a strong textile.
• I think my GPS is starting to warp, it keeps giving me the wrong directions.
• He's always warping reality to make himself look better.
• The trauma of the accident seemed to warp her perception of the world.

noun a weak person or thing

adjective lacking in physical strength or energy

• The structural integrity of the building is compromised due to weak foundation.
• I feel weak after not eating all day.
• I can't believe you skipped leg day, now your muscles are weak.
• Her argument was weak and easily refuted.

verb to produce or provide (a natural, agricultural, or industrial product)

• The soil in this area is very fertile, yielding high crop yields every year.
• I tried to bend the metal rod, but it wasn't yielding at all.
• She's always yielding to peer pressure and making bad decisions.
• Despite facing many obstacles, he remained strong and yielding to the challenges ahead.

adjective capable of being mixed or blended together

• The two substances are miscible, allowing them to form a homogeneous solution.
• These liquids mix together easily because they are miscible.
• These things totally blend because they're miscible.
• Their personalities are so miscible, they get along effortlessly.

noun a material consisting of extremely thin fibers made of carbon atoms, used in various applications for its strength and lightweight properties

• The aerospace industry often uses carbon fibre composites for their lightweight and strong properties.
• My new bike frame is made of carbon fibre, so it's really light and fast.
• Dude, that carbon fibre hood on your car looks sick!
• Her words were like carbon fibre, strong and unyielding in their impact.

verb to remove or destroy tissue, such as by surgery or laser

adjective pertaining to the process of ablating

• The surgeon successfully performed an ablating procedure to remove the abnormal tissue.
• The doctor zapped away the bad stuff with ablating.
• They used some fancy tech to ablating that problem away.
• Her sharp words were like ablating the tension in the room.

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun, in this case 'aboveproof' describes a quality of being beyond proof

• The scientific evidence presented was aboveproof and left no room for doubt.
• Her alibi was aboveproof, there's no way she could have been at the scene of the crime.
• His skills on the basketball court are aboveproof, he's unstoppable!
• The bond between them was aboveproof, nothing could break it.

noun the quality of being rough or harsh in manner or temperament

• Her abrasiveness towards her coworkers made it difficult to work together effectively.
• I try to avoid talking to him because of his abrasiveness.
• I can't stand her attitude, it's so abrasive.
• The abrasiveness of his words left a lasting impact on her emotions.

noun the highest point or value that a function or quantity can reach

adjective complete and total; not mixed or diluted

• In mathematics, finding the absolute maximum of a function involves determining the highest value it can achieve within a given domain.
• When it comes to scoring points in this game, reaching the absolute maximum is the key to winning.
• If you want to ace this test, you need to aim for the absolute maximum score possible.
• She reached the absolute maximum of her patience and finally snapped at her annoying co-worker.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea, in this case 'absorbant' can be used as a noun to refer to a material or substance that has the quality of being able to absorb liquid

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun, in this case 'absorbant' describes a material or substance that is able to soak up liquid

• The new towels are made from a highly absorbant material that dries quickly.
• I spilled some water on the absorbant mat and it soaked it up right away.
• I need to get some more of those super absorbant paper towels for the kitchen.
• She had an absorbant mind, always eager to learn new things and soak up information.

verb to take in or soak up something, such as liquid or information

• The sponge absorbs water quickly and efficiently.
• My new shirt absorbs sweat really well during workouts.
• These new headphones absorb all the background noise, it's amazing!
• She absorbs information like a sponge, always eager to learn new things.

noun A word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea. In this case, 'absorption factor' is a noun that refers to a measure of how well a substance or material absorbs another substance or energy.

• The absorption factor of the material determines how much light it can absorb.
• The absorption factor for this sunscreen is really high, so it should protect you well.
• I heard that energy drink has a crazy absorption factor, it hits you really fast.
• His absorption factor for new information is impressive, he learns quickly.

noun a type of synthetic resin made from the polymerization of formaldehyde and another compound, often used in the production of various plastic products

• The manufacturer decided to use acetal resin for its durability and chemical resistance.
• I heard they're making the new parts out of that acetal resin stuff.
• This acetal resin is top-notch, it won't break no matter what.
• Her heart was like an acetal resin, strong and unbreakable.

noun a type of metal that is strong and resistant to corrosion, commonly used in construction and manufacturing

• The building's structure is made of reinforced acier beams.
• I prefer using acier cookware for its durability.
• That acier necklace is so cool, where did you get it?
• His resolve was as strong as acier, never wavering in the face of adversity.

adjective a term used to describe a specific type of material or substance

• The high-quality blades were made from acmonital, a type of stainless steel.
• I heard that the new chef's knives are made with acmonital, they must be really sharp.
• I can't believe how expensive those acmonital knives are, they're like gold!
• Her words cut through the tension in the room like a blade made of acmonital.

adjective relating to or exhibiting different properties in different directions

• The material exhibits aeolotropic properties, meaning its physical properties vary depending on the direction of measurement.
• I heard that material is aeolotropic, which means it behaves differently in different directions.
• That stuff is all aeolotropic and stuff, it's like magic how it changes depending on which way you look at it.
• Her emotions were aeolotropic, shifting unpredictably like a compass needle in a magnetic storm.