Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

antimatter

noun

/ˈantiˌmætər/

Definition

Antimatter is a substance composed of antiparticles, which correspond to the particles that make up normal matter.

Examples

When a particle of matter meets its antiparticle, they annihilate each other, releasing energy.
In scientific research, antimatter is used to explore fundamental questions about our universe.
Scientists are developing technologies that utilize antimatter for potential energy production.

Meaning

Antimatter is the opposite of matter. For every particle that exists in matter, there is a corresponding antiparticle in antimatter, which has the same mass but opposite charge.