E. W. Morley was an eminent American scientist who made significant contributions in the field of chemistry and physics. He is best known for his groundbreaking work in measuring the atomic weights of elements, which led to the development of periodic table. Morley's work was instrumental in laying the foundation for modern physical chemistry. Synonyms for E. W. Morley could be 'chemist', 'physicist', 'scientist', 'pioneer of physical chemistry', 'atomic weights researcher', 'periodic table developer' etc. E. W. Morley left behind an admirable legacy of scientific inquiry, experimentation and discovery that continue to inspire scientists and researchers to this day.