Synonyms for capacitor

Most common

capacitance · condenser

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Noun

Definitions

1. n. 1

   An electronic component capable of storing electrical energy in an electric field; especially one consisting of two conductors separated by a dielectric.

Related words

Phrases

gimmick capacitor electrolytic capacitor

Forms

Plural

capacitors → capacitances, condensers…

Example sentences

• capacitance How does one calculate the capacitance of a capacitor?
• condenser I think I forgot to rinse the condenser with acetone.

Popularity over time

Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.

By length

9 letters

condenser³

11 letters

capacitance⁴

The small number after each word is its number of syllables (condenser³ = 3 syllables).