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" Hold me in your arms, lava lamp! Let me seek magma comfort and peace in the warmth of your kryptonite embrace."
Isabel Yosito

Meaning of "kryptonite" in the English dictionary

DICTIONARY

ETYMOLOGY OF THE WORD KRYPTONITE

From the fictional substance to which the hero is vulnerable in the comic strip Superman.
Etymology is the study of the origin of words and their changes in structure and significance.

PRONUNCIATION OF KRYPTONITE

ˈkrɪptəˌnaɪt


GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF KRYPTONITE

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Kryptonite is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES KRYPTONITE MEAN IN ENGLISH?

Kryptonite

Kryptonite is a fictional material from the Superman mythos—the ore form of a radioactive element from Superman's home planet of Krypton. Within the mythos, it is the ultimate natural weakness of Superman and most other Kryptonians. In popular culture the word Kryptonite has since become synonymous with an Achilles' heel—the one weakness of an otherwise invulnerable hero. Originating in the Superman radio show series, the material is usually shown as having been created from the radioactive remains of Superman's native planet Krypton, and generally has detrimental effects on Superman and other Kryptonians. The name "Kryptonite" covers a variety of forms of the substance, but usually refers to the most common "green" form.

Definition of kryptonite in the English dictionary

The definition of kryptonite in the dictionary is something that renders a person or thing helpless.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH KRYPTONITE

aconite · amazonite · amblygonite · austenite · autunite · babingtonite · bentonite · cummingtonite · Gilsonite · hessonite · limonite · Masonite · Mennonite · morganite · suburbanite · taconite · tanzanite · titanite · vulcanite · wollastonite

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE KRYPTONITE

krubi · Kruger · Kruger National Park · Krugerrand · Krugersdorp · kruller · krumhorn · krumkake · krummholz · krummhorn · krumper · krumping · Krung Thep · Krupp · Krupp von Bohlen und Halbach · Krym · krypsis · krypton · krytron

WORDS THAT END LIKE KRYPTONITE

antimonite · aragonite · arfvedsonite · arsonite · dithionite · ebonite · erionite · glauconite · infinite · Maronite · melaconite · mizzonite · montmorillonite · monzonite · mylonite · rhodonite · saponite · smithsonite · tonite · winter aconite · xylonite

Synonyms and antonyms of kryptonite in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «kryptonite» into 25 languages

TRANSLATOR

TRANSLATION OF KRYPTONITE

Find out the translation of kryptonite to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.

The translations of kryptonite from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «kryptonite» in English.
zh

Translator English - Chinese

氪石
1,325 millions of speakers
es

Translator English - Spanish

kryptonita
570 millions of speakers
en

English

kryptonite
510 millions of speakers
hi

Translator English - Hindi

kryptonite
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

كريبتونيت
280 millions of speakers
ru

Translator English - Russian

криптонит
278 millions of speakers
pt

Translator English - Portuguese

kryptonite
270 millions of speakers
bn

Translator English - Bengali

ক্রিপ্টোনিট
260 millions of speakers
fr

Translator English - French

kryptonite
220 millions of speakers
ms

Translator English - Malay

Kryptonite
190 millions of speakers
de

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Kryptonit
180 millions of speakers
ja

Translator English - Japanese

クリプトナイト
130 millions of speakers
ko

Translator English - Korean

크립토나이트
85 millions of speakers
jv

Translator English - Javanese

Kryptonite
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

Kryptonite
80 millions of speakers
ta

Translator English - Tamil

கிரிப்டோனைட்
75 millions of speakers
mr

Translator English - Marathi

क्रिप्टोनिट
75 millions of speakers
tr

Translator English - Turkish

kriptonit
70 millions of speakers
it

Translator English - Italian

kryptonite
65 millions of speakers
pl

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kryptonit
50 millions of speakers
uk

Translator English - Ukrainian

криптоніт
40 millions of speakers
ro

Translator English - Romanian

kryptonita
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

κρυπτονίτη
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

Kryptonite
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

kryptonit
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

kryptonitt
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of kryptonite

TRENDS

TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «KRYPTONITE»

Principal search tendencies and common uses of kryptonite
List of principal searches undertaken by users to access our English online dictionary and most widely used expressions with the word «kryptonite».

Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about kryptonite

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2 QUOTES WITH «KRYPTONITE»

Famous quotes and sentences with the word kryptonite.
1
Michael Weatherly
I have a secret stash of Nutella that I pull out when necessary. That chocolate-hazelnut combo is my wife's kryptonite.
2
Isabel Yosito
Hold me in your arms, lava lamp! Let me seek magma comfort and peace in the warmth of your kryptonite embrace.

10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «KRYPTONITE»

Discover the use of kryptonite in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to kryptonite and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
1
When Commas Meet Kryptonite: Classroom Lessons from the ...
This definitive book presents the newest research linking graphic narratives and literacy learning, as well as the tools teachers will need to make comic book projects a success in their classrooms.
Michael Bitz, Michael Bitz (EdD.), 2010
2
Lex Luthor and the Kryptonite Caverns
Deep below a Southwestern desert, wealthy mogul and super-villain Lex Luthor constructs a top-secret device to destroy his top enemy, Superman.
J. E. Bright, 2013
3
Kryptonite Chaos
Perfect for reading to children of all ages, featuring original stories, familiar characters, and engaging art.
Landoll, 1999
4
When Supertraders Meet Kryptonite
Until this book, there was no work dealing exclusively with losses and how to cope with them.Thirty-five brave, forthright and articulate traders address this subject headon.
Art Collins, 2002
5
Hollywood Kryptonite
Investigates the death of television Superman George Reeves by a bullet in 1959, revealing his dangerous double life and the tale of jealousy and revenge that lie behind his alleged suicide in Los Angeles. Reprint.
Sam Kashner, 1997
6
Superman: Kryptonite
"While Superman attempts to survive his first encounter with Kryptonite, will Lois Lane fall prey to a mysterious stranger?" -- from publisher's web site.
Darwyn Cooke, Dave Stewart, Richard Starkings, 2009
7
Superman - Kryptonite Nevermore
Superman's world is turned upside down when all the world's kryptonite is destroyed.
Dennis O'Neil, Neal Adams, 2012
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The Superman Handbook: The Ultimate Guide to Saving the Day
A FIELD GUIDE TO KRYPTOIMITE Superman's famous Achilles' heel is kryptonite, a radioactive remnant of his home planet of Krypton. Long before the peaceful civilization that Superman was born into existed, Krypton was a warlike planet.
Scott Beatty, 2006
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The Truth About Search Engine Optimization
A number ofarticles harshly criticizing Kryptonite's response to the revelation are next in the search results. There are links to audio files, such as a radio show segment that asks: “Can Plastic Pen Defeat Kryptonite Bike Lock?” You get the idea.
Rebecca Lieb, 2009
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DC Comics Encyclopedia
Pre-Crisis, blue kryptonite is the result of using Professor Potter's ”duplicator ray” on some green kryptonite. Here, blue kryptonite affects Bizarros like green kryptonite affects Kryptonians. Blue kryptonite radiation is not blocked by normal lead, ...
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10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «KRYPTONITE»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term kryptonite is used in the context of the following news items.
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Why Can't There Be Kryptonite? - 'The Why' - American News
According to Wikipedia, Kryptonite is “the ore form of a radioactive element from Superman's home planet of Krypton.” Kryptonite was originally ... «American Live Wire, Jul 15»
2
Bogeys or poo - What are you most squeamish about? - Flavia …
Bogeys are my Kryptonite. I hate them so much, I always have a mirror with me to do a bogey check. But it's futile. You can check and check you ... «Mirror.co.uk, Jul 15»
3
This sporting life: Why we love an escape from reality | The Australian
All he wants is the chance to play a big Davis Cup match for Australia, preferably in Australia, and then the Special Ks (for Kryptonite) are ... «The Australian, Jul 15»
4
Verona Public Library holds 'super' program for summer reading …
The hidden items include a Superman doll and his weakness, a piece of kryptonite. The game has been popular so far, Mack said. «NorthJersey.com, Jul 15»
5
Scientists using fungi to stop an invader | The Columbus Dispatch
In a research project launched recently in Ohio, scientist Joanne Rebbeck is bottling a kryptonite of sorts in hopes of stopping Ailanthus ... «Columbus Dispatch, Jul 15»
6
Lower strike zone in baseball, but MLB insists there's no mandate …
There have been persistent rumblings this season about umpires calling more low strikes -- kryptonite for most hitters -- but Manfred insisted ... «Newsday, Jul 15»
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UFC Fight Night: Michael Bisping vs. Thales Leites Toe to Toe …
What this means is that people misunderstand what he's good and bad at: Bisping's grappling kryptonite is not elite takedowns, but elite top ... «Bloody Elbow, Jul 15»
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Suits star Rick Hoffman: Twitter hate is all part of the job
Vulnerability for me is the kryptonite when it comes to my own joy of acting. There's more coming this season (for Louis).” SUITS. THURSDAY ... «NEWS.com.au, Jul 15»
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'Batman V Superman' And 'Suicide Squad' Casts, Including Ben …
Further, the video reveals that Lex Luther has access to kryptonite, and might be working with Batman to create his kryptonite suit. Batman V ... «The Inquisitr, Jul 15»
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Crazy Quarterback Situation Could Be Ohio State's Kryptonite in 2015
COLUMBUS, Ohio — With less than two months to go until the start of the 2015 season, it's hard to find a reason to pick against Ohio State ... «Bleacher Report, Jul 15»
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