fluidized
Upper-Intermediate (B2)
IPA: /ˈfluːɪdaɪzd/
KK: /ˈfluːɪdaɪzd/
adjective
Definition
Describing a state where solid particles are suspended in a gas or liquid, behaving like a fluid due to agitation or the introduction of gas.
Example
The particles in the reactor were fluidized to enhance the chemical reaction.
Conversation
Have you ever seen how they make those fluidized beds for plants?
Yeah, it's fascinating how the soil acts like a liquid when gas is injected!
I read that it helps in nutrient distribution, making it more efficient.
Exactly! It's a clever way to optimize plant growth.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
liquid
gaseous
flowing
Antonyms
solid
rigid
stagnant
verb
Definition
To make a substance behave like a fluid, often by suspending solid particles in a gas or liquid.
Example
The engineer fluidized the particles to improve the mixing process.
Tense Forms
Past: fluidized
Past Participle: fluidized
Conversation
Did you see how they fluidized the material during the experiment?
Yeah, it looked really interesting to watch!
I didn't expect it to change so quickly when they fluidized it.
Root Explanation
Fluidized → It is formed from "fluid" (from Latin "fluidus", meaning flowing) and the suffix "-ize" (meaning to make or become). The word "fluidized" means to make something flow or behave like a fluid.
Memory Tip
Think of something being made to 'flow' ('fluid') — that's why 'fluidized' means to make something behave like a fluid.
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