nuclear energy

[noo-klee-er en-er-jee, nyoo-] / ˈnu kli ər ˈɛn ər dʒi, ˈnyu- /

NOUN

radioactive energy source

Synonyms

STRONGEST

atomic energy nuclear power

WEAK

atomic power fission power fusion power nuclear fission power nuclear fusion power thermonuclear energy thermonuclear power

Example Sentences

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With the two largest economies driving nuclear energy demand, more uranium needs to be mined, converted and enriched, analysts say.

From The Wall Street Journal

Oil prices had fallen Tuesday after U.S. and Iranian officials met in Geneva, Switzerland, to discuss the Islamic Republic’s nuclear energy program.

From Barron's

Oil prices appear to have fallen due to diplomatic talks between U.S. and Iranian officials in Geneva, Switzerland, over the Islamic Republic’s nuclear energy program.

From Barron's

The use of nuclear energy as an alternative to fossil fuels is highly controversial, however, with many environmental groups warning about safety risks and the disposal of nuclear waste.

From Barron's

Holtec International, a nuclear energy company, has confidentially filed with the SEC to go public, potentially valuing the company at over $10 billion.

From Barron's