CEFR B2

viscous

adjective

Meaning

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.

Synonyms: thick, sticky, syrupy, glutinous

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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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