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ACTINOLITE Synonyms

There are 6 synonyms of the word actinolite. (exact relations)
There are 3 hypernyms of the word actinolite. (close relations)

Best Alternative Words for ACTINOLITE

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amphibole
noun, adjectiven, adj
noun

• a mineral or mineral variety belonging to the amphibole group

asbestos
nounn
noun

• a fibrous amphibole; used for making fireproof articles; inhaling fibers can cause asbestosis or lung cancer

crystalline
adjectiveadj
adjective

• consisting of or containing or of the nature of crystals

adjective satellite

• distinctly or sharply outlined

• transmitting light; able to be seen through with clarity

mineral
noun, adjectiven, adj
adjective

• relating to minerals

noun

• solid homogeneous inorganic substances occurring in nature having a definite chemical composition

adjective satellite

• composed of matter other than plant or animal

mineralogy
nounn
noun

• the branch of geology that studies minerals: their structure and properties and the ways of distinguishing them

greenstone
nounn
noun

• Any of several green-hued minerals used for making various artefacts in early Mesoamerican cultures, e.g. greenschist, chlorastrolite, serpentine, omphacite, or chrysoprase

• Pounamu, the green-hued minerals of New Zealand used by Māori to make tools, ornaments and weapons (any of three varieties of nephrite jade or one variety of bowenite)

Best Hypernyms For ACTINOLITE

Here is a list of related hypernyms for actinolite, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
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amphibole mineral silicate

Alternatives for AMPHIBOLE

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