BUILDING BLOCK Synonyms: 45 Similar and Opposite Words

building block

noun

Definition of building block

as in member

one of the parts that make up a whole historically the infantry division has been a basic building block of armies

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Recent Examples of building block Open models can be downloaded, customized and used as building blocks for new AI products, making adoption a gauge of which technologies developers are choosing to build on. — Saritha Rai, Fortune, 15 Aug. 2026 Researchers highlighted three essential amino acids that are building blocks of protein — methionine, isoleucine and valine. — Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 3 Aug. 2026 Scientists have found interesting chemistry in our galaxy, including building blocks for genetic material and parts of the cell. — CBS News, 13 July 2026 Each 21-centimeter-square robot is equipped with its own thrusters, sensors, and magnetic latches, allowing the fleet to connect like building blocks on the water. — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 10 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for building block

Recent Examples of Synonyms for building block

Noun

Through the Offices of Legal Policy and Legislative Affairs, members will advise on legislative and regulatory proposals.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 6 Nov. 2026
Other prominent killers, including Scott Peterson and the Manson family members, received death sentences that were later commuted to life in prison.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 6 Nov. 2026

Definition of member

Noun

This could help establish a circular supply chain in which discarded electronic components become feedstock for new industrial applications.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 3 Nov. 2026
Many companies have responded to component shortages by raising prices or reducing specifications for current devices.

— Kif Leswing, CNBC, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of component

Noun

Japanese sweet potatoes have a creamy texture that pairs beautifully with the spicy, crunchy elements of chaat.

— Rachel Gurjar, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 Nov. 2026
The family spent approximately $1,500 on dirt and ballfield materials and another $500 on indoor decorations, bringing the total for those elements to around $2,000.

— Tereza Shkurtaj, PEOPLE, 1 Nov. 2026

Definition of element

Noun

The cabinetry, which is of premium quality and is exceptionally attractive, offers generous storage space for cooking ingredients and the chef’s tools and utensils.

— James Alexander, Hartford Courant, 1 Nov. 2026
Mushrooms are an underrated ingredient in Indian cooking, and this creamy masala puts the earthy veg front and center.

— Rachel Gurjar, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 Nov. 2026