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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While nuclear energy holds much promise for solving energy needs, Landek anticipates that the technology could lead to more controversy once it arrives.

From MarketWatch

These clean sources include renewables – such as solar and wind – and nuclear energy.

From BBC

Adding more nuclear energy to the mix of natural gas, solar and wind to deal with rising energy demands due to AI, EV, advanced manufacturing, electrification and precious metals refining.

From MarketWatch

They said they had uncovered an extensive scheme to take kickbacks and influence state-owned companies including state nuclear energy firm Enerhoatom.

From BBC

In December, it overhauled its nuclear sector to allow for private investment and rolled back a liability law that had held back U.S. firms from pursuing nuclear energy deals in the country.

From The Wall Street Journal