Emission — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ē-ˈmi-shən/ emis·sion

Meaning & Definition of Emission

Emission (noun)

  1. an act or instance of emitting, emanation
  2. publication
  3. a putting into circulation

Emission (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a flowing or going out

    "The government is considering some new measures to limit vehicle emissions."

    similar: discharge, effluence, emanation, exodus, gush, outflow, outpour, outpouring, drain, flow, ebb, reflow, reflux, diaspora, emigration, flight, rush, stampede
    opposite: flux, income, inflow, influx, inpouring, inrush

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Emission

The most common words with a similar meaning to Emission:

discharge, effluence, emanation, exodus, gush, outflow, outpour, outpouring, drain, flow, ebb, reflow, reflux, diaspora, emigration, flight, rush, stampede

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Emission

Words with the opposite meaning of Emission:

flux, income, inflow, influx, inpouring, inrush

Word Forms of Emission

Derived words: emissive (adjective)

Origin & Etymology of Emission

First known use: 1607

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Emission

Words & Phrases Containing Emission

acoustic emission, positron-emission tomography, secondary emission

Frequently Asked Questions about Emission

What does "Emission" mean?

"Emission" means an act or instance of emitting, emanation. As a noun, it is defined as: an act or instance of emitting, emanation.

What is another word for "Emission"?

Other words for "Emission" include discharge, effluence, emanation, exodus, gush, outflow, outpour and outpouring. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Emission" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Emission"?

There are 18 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Emission". Common alternatives include discharge, effluence, emanation, exodus, gush, outflow, outpour, outpouring, drain and flow.

What is the opposite of "Emission"?

Antonyms of "Emission" include flux, income, inflow, influx, inpouring and inrush.

How do you use "Emission" in a sentence?

Examples of "Emission" in a sentence: "The government is considering some new measures to limit vehicle emissions.".

Is "Emission" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Emission" is a noun.

Is "Emission" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a B2-level word, "Emission" is typical of Cambridge B2 First (FCE), IELTS band 5.5–6.5, TOEFL iBT 72–94, PTE Academic 59–75, TOEIC Listening & Reading 785+.

How do you pronounce "Emission"?

"Emission" is pronounced /ē-ˈmi-shən/ and divided into syllables as emis·sion.