fluidity

American  

[floo-id-i-tee] / fluˈɪd ɪ ti /

noun

1. the quality or state of being fluid.

2. Physics.

   1. the ability of a substance to flow.

   2. a measure of this ability, the reciprocal of the coefficient of viscosity.

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fluidity British  

/ fluːˈɪdɪtɪ /

noun

1. the state of being fluid

2. physics the reciprocal of viscosity

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Other Word Forms

• nonfluidity noun

Etymology

Origin of fluidity

First recorded in 1595–1605; fluid + -ity

Example Sentences

There was a sense of fluidity throughout the night that also left room for personality.

From Los Angeles Times

“This brings back the fluidity of tariffs, and it’s not just for economic reasons,” said Brad Long, chief investment officer at Wealthspire.

From The Wall Street Journal

The direct-address simplicity of the production serves the fluidity of Page’s performance.

From Los Angeles Times

The blurred trails emphasise the power and fluidity of the action, while the sharpness of her focused expression adds contrast and intensity.

From BBC

“There’s more fluidity to her Pilates routines akin to dancing — she understands how a body naturally moves in a way that makes me feel more comfortable in my own,” Benson says.

From Los Angeles Times