Definition

The ability of a substance to absorb moisture from the air.

Example

The hygroscopicity of the material makes it ideal for use in humid environments.

Conversation

Have you ever heard about hygroscopicity in materials science?

Yeah, I think it refers to how much a substance can absorb moisture from the air.

Exactly! It's fascinating how some materials have such high hygroscopicity.

Right? It really affects their performance in different conditions.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Hygroscopicity → It is formed from "hygro-" (from Greek "hygros", meaning wet or moist) and "scopic" (from Greek "skopein", meaning to look or examine) combined with the suffix "-ity" (meaning the state or condition of). The word describes the condition of a substance that has the ability to absorb moisture from the air.

Memory Tip

Think of 'moisture' ('hygro-') being 'examined' or 'looked at' ('scopic') — that's why hygroscopicity refers to the ability to absorb moisture.

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