soluble — able to be dissolved in liquid, especially water
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: able to be dissolved in liquid, especially water
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈsɑːljəbəl/
Example Sentences
- My grandmother's secret ingredient is completely soluble - it disappears like her dentures in cleaning solution!
- This medicine is soluble in water, making it easy for children to take.
- The scientist discovered that his wedding ring was surprisingly soluble in his wife's tears after he forgot their anniversary.
soluble
ADJECTIVE[/ˈsɑːljəbəl/]
able to be dissolved in liquid, especially water
The sugar cube is soluble and disappears instantly in her hot tea.
What seemed terrible becomes possible when it's soluble!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
Derived from Latin solvere, meaning 'to loosen' or 'to dissolve.' The term metaphorically describes a substance's capacity to 'dissolve' or 'break apart' when placed in a liquid, similar to how one solves a problem by breaking it down into components.
Breakdown
solv- (Latin solvere, 'to loosen/dissolve') + -ible (Latin -ibilis, 'capable of being'). Together: capable of being dissolved or loosened.
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📝Examples
“My grandmother's secret ingredient is completely soluble - it disappears like her dentures in cleaning solution!”
“This medicine is soluble in water, making it easy for children to take.”
“The scientist discovered that his wedding ring was surprisingly soluble in his wife's tears after he forgot their anniversary.”
“Fat-soluble vitamins require dietary fat for proper absorption.”
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