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mercury Synonyms

Another word for mercury

Choosing another word for mercury depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A heavy, silvery-white toxic transition metal that is liquid at standard room temperature and pressure, historically used in thermometers, barometers, and fluorescent lamps (atomic number 80).

Usage Example

"Proper safety protocols must be followed in the laboratory because exposure to high levels of quicksilver can cause severe neurological damage."

Strongest
quicksilver
hydrargyrum

• noun (Context 2)

The ancient Roman god of trade, merchants, travel, and eloquence, who served as the fleet-footed messenger of the gods.

Usage Example

"In Roman mythology, hermes is traditionally depicted wearing winged sandals and a winged hat."

Strong
hermes

• Nearby Words

mercilessly
mercilessness
mercurial
mercury
mercy
mere
merely

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Mercury. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/mercury
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