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Meaning of dissolvable
The primary meaning of "dissolvable" refers to the ability of a substance to dissolve in a liquid, such as water or solvent.
Etymology of dissolvable
The word "dissolvable" originates from the Latin words "dis" (meaning "apart" or "asunder") and "solvere" (meaning "to loosen" or "to dissolve")
The term has been used in English since the 15th century to describe substances that can be dissolved or broken down
Over time, the word has expanded to include a range of meanings related to dissolution, degradation, and dispersal
Synonyms
soluble
absorbable
assimilable
digestible
fusible
meltable
liquefiable
dissoluble
erodible
corrosive
degradable
biodegradable
disposable
resolvable
breakable
separable
divisible
fragmentable
dispersible
volatile
effervescent
unstable
transient
ephemeral
fleeting
momentary
temporary
impermanent
precarious
fragile
delicate
vulnerable
perishable
Definitions
- Capable of being dissolved, especially in a liquid
- Able to be broken down or dispersed, especially by a chemical reaction or biological process
- Designed to dissolve or break down under certain conditions, such as exposure to water or heat
Usage Examples
- The dissolvable stitches used in surgery are designed to break down naturally in the body over time
- The company developed a new type of dissolvable packaging that can reduce waste and minimize environmental impact
- The pharmaceutical manufacturer created a dissolvable tablet that can be easily absorbed by the body
Antonyms
indissoluble
insoluble
impermeable
impenetrable
indestructible
permanent
stable
durable
resistant
unbreakable
indivisible
inseparable
nondegradable
nonbiodegradable
noncorrosive
nonvolatile
nonperishable
lasting
enduring
persistent
perpetual
continuous
uninterrupted
unchanging