fluidity

noun

flu·​id·​i·​ty flü-ˈi-də-tē How to pronounce fluidity (audio)
1
: the quality or state of being fluid
2
: the physical property of a substance that enables it to flow

Examples of fluidity in a Sentence

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He is rugged in the run game and offers the body fluidity and explosive power to torque and displace defenders. Chad Graff, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2025 The show has garnered huge support and recognition for its spotlighting of queerness, gender fluidity, asexuality, and much more for young people. Charley Ross, Glamour, 22 Apr. 2025 Despite these sea changes, Pope Francis received criticism for anti-LGBTQ remarks he’s made and for approving a document released by the Vatican in April 2024 that transition surgery and gender fluidity directly opposed human dignity, according to the Times. Sam Gillette, People.com, 21 Apr. 2025 Embracing fluidity and organic forms, sculptural Bianco Real Portuguese limestone tables and curvaceous shelving reflect L’Objet’s signature balance of nature and artistry, complemented by terrazzo flooring. Felicity Carter, Forbes.com, 4 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for fluidity

Word History

First Known Use

1603, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of fluidity was in 1603

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“Fluidity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fluidity. Accessed 29 Apr. 2025.

Kids Definition

fluidity

noun
flu·​id·​i·​ty flü-ˈid-ət-ē How to pronounce fluidity (audio)
: the quality or state of being fluid

Medical Definition

fluidity

noun
flu·​id·​i·​ty flü-ˈid-ət-ē How to pronounce fluidity (audio)
plural fluidities
1
: the quality or state of being fluid
2
a
: the physical property of a substance that enables it to flow
b
: the reciprocal of viscosity

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