Definition

In a way that allows liquids or gases to pass through easily.

Example

The sponge absorbs water porously, making it useful for cleaning.

Conversation

Did you know that some rocks can absorb water porously?

Really? I had no idea they could do that!

Yeah, it's fascinating how they allow liquids to pass through them.

Nature is amazing, isn't it? It’s cool to learn about these things.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Porously → It is formed from "porous" (from Latin *porosus*, meaning full of pores or openings) and the suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "porously" means in a manner that is full of pores or openings, allowing substances to pass through.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'full of openings' ('porous') and how it behaves 'in that manner' ('-ly'). This helps you remember that 'porously' describes how something allows things to pass through.

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