Definition

This word describes something that cannot settle or form sediment.

Example

The solution was nonsedimentable, remaining clear and mixed without any particles settling at the bottom.

Conversation

I learned that some materials are nonsedimentable in our chemistry class.

Really? What does that mean exactly?

It means they can't settle down as sediments in a solution.

Got it! That's pretty interesting to know.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Nonsedimentable → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not), "sediment" (from Latin "sedimentum", meaning something that settles), and "-able" (meaning capable of). The word describes something that is not capable of being settled or deposited as sediment.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('non-') being able to 'settle' ('sediment') — that's why nonsedimentable means something that cannot settle.

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