B2adjective 2K

Solar

UK /["/ˈsəʊlə(r)/"]/ US /["/ˈsəʊlər/"]/ Pronunciation

Definition

of or connected with the sun

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In simple words: Related to the sun.

Examples

• **solar radiation**
• a **solar eclipse**
• **solar wind**
• the solar cycle
• solar heating
• a satellite telephone with **solar-powered** batteries

Usage notes

Used in both formal and informal contexts. Appropriate in scientific discussions, but can also be used casually, such as in 'solar power'. Avoid using in contexts unrelated to sunlight or sun-related topics.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think of 'solar' as 'so-lar' because it brings light to our world like the sun.

Collocations

• solar energy
• solar power
• solar system
• solar panel
• solar flare

Synonyms

• sun-related
• heliac
• photovoltaic

Antonyms

• lunar
• artificial

Common mistakes

• Confused with 'lunar', which relates to the moon.
• Using 'solars' incorrectly as a plural, when 'solar' is already an adjective.
• Mispronouncing as 'so-lar' instead of 'so-lar' stress on the first syllable.