Synonyms of NUB

noun

1. a small lump or protuberance

   • NUBBLE10

2. a small piece

   • STUB6

3. the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience

   • KERNEL10
   • SUBSTANCE13
   • CORE6
   • CENTER8
   • CENTRE8
   • ESSENCE9
   • GIST5
   • HEART8
   • INWARDNESS14
   • MARROW11
   • MEAT6
   • PITH9
   • SUM5

   Also: heart and soul, nitty-gritty.