Fluidity: meaning, definitions and examples

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fluidity

 

[ fluˈɪdəti ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

in art

The quality or state of being fluid; the smoothness and gracefulness of movement.

Synonyms

flow, gracefulness, smoothness

Examples of usage

  • Her paintings are known for their fluidity and vibrant colors.
  • The dancer moved with such fluidity that it seemed as though she was gliding across the stage.
Context #2 | Noun

in speech

The ability to express oneself easily and articulately.

Synonyms

articulateness, eloquence, fluency

Examples of usage

  • His speech had a natural fluidity that captivated the audience.
  • Her fluidity in conversation made her a great storyteller.

Translations

Translations of the word "fluidity" in other languages:

🇵🇹 fluidez

🇮🇳 प्रवाहिता

🇩🇪 Flüssigkeit

🇮🇩 kelancaran

🇺🇦 плинність

🇵🇱 płynność

🇯🇵 流動性

🇫🇷 fluidité

🇪🇸 fluidez

🇹🇷 akışkanlık

🇰🇷 유동성

🇸🇦 سيولة

🇨🇿 plynulost

🇸🇰 plynulosť

🇨🇳 流动性

🇸🇮 tekočnost

🇮🇸 fljótleiki

🇰🇿 ағындылық

🇬🇪 თხევადობა

🇦🇿 axıcılıq

🇲🇽 fluidez

Etymology

The word 'fluidity' originated from the Latin word 'fluidus', meaning 'fluid' or 'flowing'. It first appeared in the English language in the early 17th century. The concept of fluidity has been associated with the smoothness and flexibility of movement, as well as the ease of expression. Over time, 'fluidity' has become a widely used term in various fields, from art to psychology, to describe the quality of being smooth, graceful, and adaptable.

See also: fluidly, fluids.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #16,951, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.