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Synonyms & Similar Words
mineral
crystal
gemstone
rock
stone
pebble
gravel
sand
silica
oxide
mineraloid
gem
jewel
ornament
decoration
aggregate
sediment
deposit
vein
ore
geode
boulder
cobble
shingle
pebble
granite
feldspar
mica
amphibole
pyroxene
olivine
garnet
tourmaline
topaz
amethyst
citrine
agate
jasper
onyx
carnelian
sardonyx
heliodor
sunstone
moonstone
labradorite
amazonite
kyanite
staurolite
sillimanite
andalusite
disthene
Meaning of Quartz
A hard, white or colorless mineral.
Definitions
- A hard, white or colorless mineral consisting of silicon and oxygen atoms, found in many types of rocks and used in electronics and optics.
- A type of crystal formed of silicon and oxygen atoms, often found in igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks.
- A naturally occurring mineral used in a wide range of applications, including electronics, optics, and construction.
Etymology of Quartz
The word "quartz" comes from the German word "Quarz", which is derived from the Middle High German word "twarc", meaning "hard" or "difficult".
The term has been used in English since the 15th century to refer to the mineral, and its usage has evolved over time to include various types of quartz, such as amethyst, citrine, and rose quartz.
Example Uses
- The watch uses a quartz crystal to regulate its timekeeping.
- The geologist studied the quartz deposits in the mountain range.
- The crystal ball was made of high-quality quartz, giving it exceptional clarity.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
soft
flexible
pliable
fragile
brittle
weak
porous
permeable
soluble
ductile
malleable
metallic
ferrous
nonmetallic
organic
synthetic
artificial
manufactured
processed
refined
purified
clay
silt
loam
soil
humus
peat
lignite
coal
graphite
diamond
metal
alloy
composite
ceramic
glass
plastic
rubber
wood
paper
fabric
textile
leather
synthetic fiber