embrittled
The word “embrittled” has 3 syllables: em-brit-tled
It's pronounced as /ɛmˈbrɪtld/
What is synonym and antonym for embrittled?
In the thesaurus, “embrittled” has 17 synonyms and 8 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for embrittled along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for embrittled
- breakable
- brickle
- brittle
- crackly
- crisp
- crisped
- crispened
- crispy
- crumbly
- crunchy
- crusty
- delicate
- flakey
- flaky
- fragile
- friable
- short
Antonyms for embrittled
- elastic
- flexible
- pliable
- pliant
- resilient
- strong
- sturdy
- tough
Meanings of embrittled
- verb
- To become or make brittle.
Example Sentences
- The old metal pipe was embrittled by years of exposure to harsh weather.
- Continuous freezing and thawing have embrittled the pavement, causing cracks.
- The glass became embrittled after prolonged exposure to extreme cold.
- Chemicals in the environment embrittled the plastic, making it fragile and prone to breaking.
- The fabric embrittled after repeated washing, losing its original strength and flexibility.
On this page you'll find 25 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to embrittled, such as: breakable, brickle, brittle, crackly, crisp, crisped, crispened.
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