viscous (B2)
adjective
Pronunciation: /ˈvɪskəs/
Definition
Having a thick, sticky, and semi-fluid consistency.
Examples
Molasses is a viscous liquid that is difficult to pour.
The scientist studied the viscous properties of the new polymer.
Engine oil becomes less viscous at high temperatures.
How to Use viscous
- viscous at [temperature] (prepositional phrase)
- Describes how a substance's thickness changes with temperature. — "The substance is less viscous at room temperature."
- viscous properties (collocation)
- The characteristics related to a fluid's resistance to flow. — "Researchers are investigating the viscous properties of new lubricants."
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