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Miscible: meaning, definitions and examples

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miscible

 

[ ˈmɪsəbl ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

liquids mixture

Miscible refers to the ability of two or more liquids to mix together in any proportion without separating into two phases. When liquids are miscible, they blend uniformly, and the resulting homogeneous solution retains the properties of both substances. Miscibility is an essential concept in chemistry, particularly when studying solutions and chemical reactions. Water and alcohol are common examples of miscible liquids, as they can combine seamlessly.

Synonyms

blendable, combinable, mixable

Examples of usage

  • Ethanol and water are miscible.
  • Oil and water are not miscible.
  • This chemical reaction requires miscible solvents.

Translations

Translations of the word "miscible" in other languages:

🇵🇹 miscível

🇮🇳 मिश्रणीय

🇩🇪 mischbar

🇮🇩 dapat dicampur

🇺🇦 змішуваний

🇵🇱 mieszalny

🇯🇵 混合可能な

🇫🇷 miscible

🇪🇸 miscible

🇹🇷 karışabilir

🇰🇷 혼합 가능한

🇸🇦 قابل للخلط

🇨🇿 mísitelné

🇸🇰 zmesiteľný

🇨🇳 可混溶的

🇸🇮 mešljiv

🇮🇸 blanda

🇰🇿 араласатын

🇬🇪 შერევისუნარიანი

🇦🇿 qarışdırıla bilən

🇲🇽 miscible

Etymology

The word 'miscible' originates from the Latin word 'miscere,' which means 'to mix.' This root is also the source of several other English words related to mixing and blending, such as 'mixture' and 'miscegenation.' The use of 'miscible' in the English language dates back to the late 19th century, particularly in scientific texts discussing liquid solutions in chemistry. It highlights the importance of understanding how certain substances interact with each other, a crucial aspect of both theoretical and applied chemistry. Over time, the term has been widely adopted across various scientific disciplines, making it a fundamental concept in discussions about solubility and solution behavior.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #24,271, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.