particule

/pɑʁ.ti.kyl/

Definitions

1. noun

A small particle or an atom of a substance, especially in relation to its chemical properties.

“The scientist studied the behavior of the particule under different conditions.”

2. noun

A small amount of something, especially a medicinal substance.

“The doctor administered a small particule of the vaccine to the patient.”

Synonyms

  • atom
  • molecule
  • particle

Antonyms

  • bulk
  • macroscopic