palladium
2 synonyms for palladium, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A silvery-white metallic chemical element (symbol Pd) used in jewellery, electronics, and catalytic converters.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
atomic number 46
How to use palladium
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
palladium ring
palladium catalyst
palladium of liberty
Etymology
The metal was named in 1803 after the asteroid Pallas, which itself was named for Pallas Athena. The older "safeguard" sense comes from the Palladium, a sacred statue of Athena believed to protect the city of Troy.
Full origin of palladium →Frequently asked questions
What does “palladium” mean?
The word “palladium” means a silvery-white metallic chemical element (symbol Pd) used in jewellery, electronics, and catalytic converters. In plain terms, usually refers to the precious metal used in jewellery and industry; less commonly, something treated as a guardian of a value or freedom.
How do you pronounce “palladium”?
“Palladium” is pronounced puh-LAY-dee-uhm (/pəˈleɪdiəm/ in IPA).
How do you use “palladium” in a sentence?
Here is “palladium” used in a sentence: “Palladium is used to make catalytic converters that reduce car emissions.”
What part of speech is “palladium”?
“Palladium” is a noun.
Where does the word “palladium” come from?
The word “palladium” dates back to around 1803. The metal was named in 1803 after the asteroid Pallas, which itself was named for Pallas Athena. The older "safeguard" sense comes from the Palladium, a sacred statue of Athena believed to protect the city of Troy.
How many meanings does “palladium” have?
“Palladium” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a silvery-white metallic chemical element (symbol Pd) used in jewellery, electronics, and catalytic converters.
