quartzite

noun

quartz·​ite ˈkwȯrt-ˌsīt 

: a compact granular rock composed of quartz and derived from sandstone by metamorphism

quartzitic

kwȯrt-ˈsi-tik 

adjective

Examples of quartzite in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The bedroom is paired with a Blue Crystallo quartzite bathroom, where the vanity matches the walk-in shower and a gold soaking tub sits next to the floor-to-ceiling windows. — Tori Latham, Robb Report, 14 Aug. 2026

Devil’s Lake State Park, about 15 miles from the heart of town, has bluff trails with 500-foot quartzite views from the East Bluff Trail. — Iona Brannon, Travel + Leisure, 9 Aug. 2026

Durable stones like Taj Mahal quartzite or Greek marble Pirgon are popular focal points, complementing the layered design. — Abby Wolner, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 July 2026

The kitchen includes white oak cabinets, honed quartzite counters, and a walk-in pantry. — The Week Us, TheWeek, 14 June 2026

Word History

Etymology

International Scientific Vocabulary

First Known Use

1823, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for quartzite

• affright
• airtight
• albite
• alight
• alright
• aplite
• aright
• bainite
• birthright
• bobwhite
• bornite
• bullfight

Kids Definition

quartzite

noun

quartz·​ite ˈkwȯrt-ˌsīt 

: a compact grainy rock composed of quartz and made from sandstone by the earth's heat and pressure