What is another word for Radio-active?
Pronunciation: [ɹˈe͡ɪdɪˌə͡ʊˈaktɪv] (IPA) 
Radioactivity refers to the process in which an atom emits radiation, such as alpha, beta, or gamma particles. Synonyms for the term 'radio-active' mostly include words that convey the same meaning while also providing additional context. These synonyms include nuclear, atomic, irradiated, contaminated, and radioactive. The word nuclear is often used to describe a process or reaction that involves the nucleus of an atom. The term atomic is similar but usually refers to energy or matter that originates from the atom. Irradiated denotes exposure to radiation, while contaminated refers to materials that have been compromised by radioactivity. Radioactive is the most common term, and it can be used to describe anything that emits radiation, such as waste, substances, and isotopes.
