ALVEOLAR Synonyms: 48 Similar and Opposite Words

alveolar

adjective

Definition of alveolar

as in crescentic

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Recent Examples of alveolar Ofelia Torres died last month from Stage 4 alveolar rhabdomyosarcoma, a rare and aggressive form of cancer that develops in skeletal muscles. — Sara Tenenbaum, CBS News, 3 Mar. 2026 Ofelia Torres died on Friday at the age of 16 from Stage 4 alveolar rhabdomyosarcoma, a rare and aggressive cancer that affects the soft tissue. — Mirna Alsharif, NBC news, 15 Feb. 2026 Ofelia Giselle Torres Hidalgo, 16, died Friday from stage 4 alveolar rhabdomyosarcoma, the family said in a statement. — ABC News, 15 Feb. 2026 Simulation models also revealed that the particles tend to accumulate in the alveolar region of the lungs, the deepest part of the respiratory tract. — Daniella Gray, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for alveolar

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Forget cavernous atriums, flashy casinos and the typical cruise ship sensory overload.

— Stephanie Orma, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
There wasn't even money to demolish the building, so the rivers of humanity who once flowed through the grand space were replaced by voyeurs from the world come to gawk at its cavernous shell.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 July 2026

Definition of cavernous

Adjective

To further enhance stability, PXG constructed the One & Done ZT with a hollow-body 303 stainless steel chassis filled with its proprietary S COR™ polymer.

— Jeff Goudy, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026
Deputies found a loaded magazine with hollow-point bullets in Jeanine John Taele’s pants pocket and weapons in his vehicle, as well as at his home, which was searched on Monday, the sheriff’s department said.

— Daniela Suarez, NBC news, 5 Aug. 2026

Definition of hollow

Adjective

These heavy bobbers feature a concave head that looks identical to a popper.

— Joe Cermele, Outdoor Life, 23 July 2026
Their concave shapes and generous size are perfect vessels for all kinds of fillings, from a rich, hearty meat ragù to lighter combinations like ricotta and seasonal vegetables.

— Carole Kotkin, Miami Herald, 16 June 2026

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