elements

Definitions

A part or aspect of something abstract, especially one that is essential or characteristic.

Each of more than one hundred substances that cannot be chemically interconverted or broken down into simpler substances.

The basic principles or rudiments of a subject of study.

Examples

The chemistry professor explained how different elements combine to form complex compounds.

The design of the building incorporates elements of both modern and classical architecture.

Synonyms

components constituents parts ingredients factors features aspects

Antonyms

wholes totals aggregates entireties sums complexes compounds