Word NUCLEAR: meanings, synonyms & antonyms

nuclear

🇺🇸 [ˈnuːkliər]

Meanings

Relating to the nucleus of an atom or to nuclear energy. It can also describe anything involving nuclear reactions, such as weapons or power generation.

Examples

• The country is developing nuclear power plants.
• He works in the nuclear research field.
• There was a nuclear accident at the plant.

Synonyms

atomic • radiation • nuclear-powered

Antonyms

non-nuclear • conventional • renewable