1
as in component
one of the parts that make up a whole
a free press is an essential element of a democracy
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in principles
elements plural
general or basic truths on which other truths or theories can be based
the elements of mathematics can be traced back to Euclid
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
3
as in area
a region of activity, knowledge, or influence
she felt a bit out of her element in the mathematics section of the exam
Synonyms & Similar Words
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 element
There’s even a subtle skin-care element that keeps my lips feeling soft and comfortable, even after hours of wear.
—
Jailynn Taylor, Allure, 24 Apr. 2025
Designed to withstand the elements, this shoe doesn’t ever need to touch a hiking trail in order to be useful.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Apr. 2025
But one important element has remained the same throughout all of the Palladinos' hit shows (which also includes The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel and Bunheads): the sharp, quickly delivered dialogue.
—Breanne L. Heldman, People.com, 23 Apr. 2025
In the current era, in which every bedrock element of the media business is in flux, however, even mainstays are being torn up at the roots.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 23 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for element
Jailynn Taylor, Allure, 24 Apr. 2025
Designed to withstand the elements, this shoe doesn’t ever need to touch a hiking trail in order to be useful.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Apr. 2025
But one important element has remained the same throughout all of the Palladinos' hit shows (which also includes The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel and Bunheads): the sharp, quickly delivered dialogue.
—Breanne L. Heldman, People.com, 23 Apr. 2025
In the current era, in which every bedrock element of the media business is in flux, however, even mainstays are being torn up at the roots.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 23 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for element
Recent Examples of Synonyms for element
Noun
-
The housing for people who meet certain income limits is a component added with input from the community, the presentation says.—
Elliott Wenzler,
Denver Post,
19 Apr. 2025
-
Vehicle parts are the bigger component of the tariff challenge.—
Morgan Korn,
ABC News,
19 Apr. 2025
Noun
-
The incident was reported Monday at 7:11 p.m., and the last update regarding this incident was released on Monday at 7:17 p.m. Past Incidents in the last 12 hours: There were no traffic incidents reported in this area for the past 12 hours.—
Kansas City Star Bot,
Kansas City Star,
15 Apr. 2025
-
To date, famine has been confirmed in 10 areas in Sudan, including the Abu Shouk displacement camp.—
Violet Ikong,
Christian Science Monitor,
14 Apr. 2025
Noun
-
Recruiting top-tier talent has been a key factor in Rebellions’ success, says Ki-Jun Kim, CEO of Kakao Ventures, who first met Park in 2019 and decided to invest 2 billion won in Rebellions within an hour of their conversation.—
John Kang,
Forbes.com,
15 Apr. 2025
-
Since then, political analysts and GOP strategists have pointed to Musk's increasingly polarizing image as a key factor in the loss.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 Apr. 2025
Noun
-
The potential for building more sophisticated internal AI agents capable of handling multi-step tasks with access to large internal knowledge bases increases.—
Janakiram MSV,
Forbes.com,
15 Apr. 2025
-
On a per capita basis, West Virginia would see the largest Medicaid cut in the nation, if it’s enacted.—
Alexis Simendinger,
The Hill,
14 Apr. 2025
Noun
-
Yet in our increasingly digital world, the tangible nature of oracle and tarot decks offers a rare form of material connection—something to hold, shuffle, and physically engage with outside the digital realm.—
Michaela Trimble,
Vogue,
21 Apr. 2025
-
Aimee used the medium of transmitting sound to establish a new realm of spirituality.—
Claire Hoffman,
Rolling Stone,
20 Apr. 2025
Noun
-
Ketchup is also a key ingredient for topping our meatloaf and flavoring our baked beans.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
21 Apr. 2025
-
The key ingredients to effective just-in-time inclusion efforts are the right people, at the right time, with the right message, and from the right messenger.—
Julie Kratz,
Forbes.com,
20 Apr. 2025
Noun
-
Scores of news organizations use the AP Stylebook for guidance on spelling, grammar and how to refer to certain people and places, to help ensure such references are widely understood in the U.S. and globally.—
Ella Lee,
The Hill,
8 Apr. 2025
-
Bad spelling and grammar ensured that most users deleted the message, leaving only the most gullible users in the pipeline.—
Kevin Korte,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
Noun
-
The initiative is grounded in six research domains: Comprehension & Agency: AI systems that support, rather than replace, critical thinking and reasoning.—
Tracey Follows,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
-
There are various issues in the business world, but not every issue will fall within your domain of responsibility or expertise.—
Stephanie Dillon,
Rolling Stone,
11 Apr. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Element.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/element. Accessed 28 Apr. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share