The Opposite(Antonym) of “denser”
The antonyms of denser are lighter and less dense. These words describe the opposite of density, which is the degree of compactness of a substance or object.
Explore all Antonyms of “denser”
- lighter
- less dense
Definitions and Examples of lighter, less dense
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Having less weight than something else.
Example
The feather is lighter than the rock.
Key Differences: lighter vs less dense
- 1Lighter refers to the weight of an object, while less dense refers to the degree of compactness of a substance.
- 2Lighter is a gradable antonym, meaning it can be compared using degrees of comparison (e.g., light, lighter, lightest), while less dense is a complementary antonym, meaning it has no degrees of comparison.
Effective Usage of lighter, less dense
- 1Science: Use less dense to describe the properties of materials in science experiments.
- 2Engineering: Use lighter to describe the weight of objects in engineering projects.
- 3Everyday conversation: Use these antonyms to describe the physical properties of objects in everyday conversations.
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Remember this!
The antonyms of denser are lighter and less dense. Lighter describes the weight of an object, while less dense describes the degree of compactness of a substance. Use these words in science, engineering, and everyday conversations to describe the physical properties of objects.
