adsorptive
Expert/ədˈsɔːrp.tɪv/
- adjective
- Able to collect substances on its surface
adsorptive in a sentence
- “The sponge is highly adsorptive.”
- “The adsorptive properties of activated carbon purify water.”
- “The adsorptive capacity of the filter removes impurities.”
What does “adsorptive” mean?
adsorptive (adjective) means able to collect substances on its surface. It is pronounced /ədˈsɔːrp.tɪv/. Vocaby pairs the definition with audio and real example sentences so the word is easy to remember — and brings it back for review right before you'd forget it.
Frequently asked questions
- What does "adsorptive" mean?
- adsorptive (adjective) means: Able to collect substances on its surface
- How do you pronounce "adsorptive"?
- "adsorptive" is pronounced /ədˈsɔːrp.tɪv/ in IPA. You can tap to hear it spoken aloud in the Vocaby app.
- How do you use "adsorptive" in a sentence?
- Here is "adsorptive" used in a sentence: The sponge is highly adsorptive.
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