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photovoltaic Synonyms
Another word for photovoltaic
Choosing another word for photovoltaic depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• adjective (Context 1)
Relating to the production of electric current at the junction of two substances exposed to light, or to technologies that convert sunlight directly into electricity.
Usage Example
"The university installed solar-electric panels across the roof of the science building to reduce its carbon footprint."
Strong
solar-electric
photoelectric
• noun (Context 2)
A solar cell, panel, or device capable of converting light directly into electrical energy.
Usage Example
"Modern rooftop photovoltaics have become much more affordable for average homeowners over the past decade."
Strongest
solar cell
Strong
solar panel
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Photovoltaic. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/photovoltaic