Liquid Definition
liquid
adjective
- existing as or having characteristics of a liquid; especially tending to flow; "water and milk and blood are liquid substances"
- filled or brimming with tears; "swimming eyes"; "sorrow made the eyes of many grow liquid"
- clear and bright; "the liquid air of a spring morning"; "eyes shining with a liquid luster"; "limpid blue eyes"
- changed from a solid to a liquid state; "rivers filled to overflowing by melted snow"
- smooth and flowing in quality; entirely free of harshness; "the liquid song of a robin"
- smooth and unconstrained in movement; "a long, smooth stride"; "the fluid motion of a cat"; "the liquid grace of a ballerina"
- in cash or easily convertible to cash; "liquid (or fluid) assets"
noun
- a substance that is liquid at room temperature and pressure
- the state in which a substance exhibits a characteristic readiness to flow with little or no tendency to disperse and relatively high incompressibility
- fluid matter having no fixed shape but a fixed volume
- a frictionless continuant that is not a nasal consonant (especially `l' and `r')
Words that rhyme with liquid
Usage tips for "liquid"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "liquid" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for liquid to find words that pair well.