Definition

Related to or containing water; watery in nature.

Example

The aqueous solution was used in the experiment to dissolve the salt.

Conversation

Have you ever seen an aqueous environment like a swamp?

Not really, but I’ve read they’re full of unique plants and animals.

Yeah, I think the aqueous conditions help a lot with biodiversity.

Definitely! It’s amazing how water can shape ecosystems.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Aqueous → It is formed from "aqua" (from Latin, meaning water) and the suffix "-ous" (meaning full of or possessing). The word "aqueous" describes something that is full of or related to water.

Memory Tip

Think of the Latin word for water, 'aqua', to remember that 'aqueous' means something that is related to or full of water.

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