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synthetic substance

(syn-thet-ic-sub-stance) 4 syllables

Definition

noun. A material made by chemical synthesis, especially to imitate a natural product.

Example Sentence

The laboratory developed a synthetic substance to replace natural rubber.

More Example Sentences

Many synthetic substances are used in everyday products like clothing and plastics.

Synonyms

artificial material; man-made product; synthetic material

Antonyms

natural substance; organic material; real product

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