Hygroscopic
/ha͜ɪ.ɡɹəˈscɔp.ɪk/ adj
adj ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
Adjective
- 1 Readily taking up and retaining water, especially from the atmosphere. physical
"The tissues of Ralfsia are dense and the cells are extremely hygroscopic. The plants may become almost crisp dry in the sun, yet remain alive and continue growth with the first splash of the incoming tide."
Adjective
- 1 absorbing moisture (as from the air) wordnet
Antonyms
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More examples"Sodium hydroxide is quite hygroscopic."
Etymology
From French hygroscopique.