Definition

Able to be made wet or to hold water.

Example

The surface of the fabric is wettable, allowing it to absorb moisture.

Conversation

Did you know that some surfaces are actually wettable?

Really? I thought all surfaces were the same.

Nope! Some are designed to be more wettable for better water absorption.

That makes sense, especially for things like paint or coatings.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Wettable → It is formed from "wet" (from Old English *wæt*, meaning moist or damp) and "-able" (meaning capable of). The word "wettable" means capable of being made wet or able to be wetted.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'capable of being made moist' — 'wet' means moist, and '-able' indicates the ability to do something.

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