material (Meaning)
material (n)
the tangible substance that goes into the makeup of a physical object
information (data or ideas or observations) that can be used or reworked into a finished form
artifact made by weaving or felting or knitting or crocheting natural or synthetic fibers
things needed for doing or making something
a person judged suitable for admission or employment
material (s)
concerned with worldly rather than spiritual interests
concerned with or affecting physical as distinct from intellectual or psychological well-being
material (a)
derived from or composed of matter
directly relevant to a matter especially a law case
having material or physical form or substance
having substance or capable of being treated as fact; not imaginary
material (a.)
Consisting of matter; not spiritual; corporeal; physical; as, material substance or bodies.
Hence: Pertaining to, or affecting, the physical nature of man, as distinguished from the mental or moral nature; relating to the bodily wants, interests, and comforts.
Of solid or weighty character; not insubstantial; of cinsequence; not be dispensed with; important.
Pertaining to the matter, as opposed to the form, of a thing. See Matter.
material (n.)
The substance or matter of which anything is made or may be made.
material (v. t.)
To form from matter; to materialize.
Synonyms & Antonyms of material
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- unsubstantial
- unnoticeable
- disembodied
- imperceptible
- spiritual
- thin
- diaphanous
- disembodied
- bodiless
- unsubstantial
- insubstantial
- spiritual
- unbodied
- ethereal
- invisible
- ethereal
- unbodied
- invisible
- incorporeal
- imperceptible
- formless
- formless
- vaporous
- unnoticeable
- insubstantial
- intangible
- impalpable
- tenuous
- metaphysical
- bodiless
- thin
- impalpable
- discarnate
- intangible
- tenuous
- diaphanous
- incorporeal
- discarnate
- metaphysical
- vaporous
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material Sentence Examples
- The construction material used for the building was sturdy and weather-resistant.
- The artist's raw material was a block of clay, which he transformed into an exquisite sculpture.
- The plastic material used in the packaging was not biodegradable and posed an environmental concern.
- The school uniform was made from a durable material that could withstand frequent washing and wear.
- The research laboratory collected biological material for DNA analysis.
- The paint was a high-quality material, providing excellent coverage and long-lasting color.
- The mattress was made of a comfortable and breathable material that promoted restful sleep.
- The company sourced sustainable material for its eco-friendly products.
- The car's exterior was made from a lightweight and aerodynamic material, enhancing its performance.
- The clothing material was soft and luxurious, providing a comfortable and elegant feel.
FAQs About the word material
the tangible substance that goes into the makeup of a physical object, information (data or ideas or observations) that can be used or reworked into a finished
potential, making, substance, timber, raw material, stuff,potentiality, possibility,metal, matter
nonmaterial, nonphysical,immaterial, immaterial, nonmaterial, nonphysical, unsubstantial, unnoticeable, disembodied, imperceptible
The construction material used for the building was sturdy and weather-resistant.
The artist's raw material was a block of clay, which he transformed into an exquisite sculpture.
The plastic material used in the packaging was not biodegradable and posed an environmental concern.
The school uniform was made from a durable material that could withstand frequent washing and wear.
