Definitions

conductivity

[kon-duhk-tiv-i-tee] / ˌkɒn dʌkˈtɪv ɪ ti /

NOUN

energy

Synonyms

STRONGEST

dynamism electricity heat potential service strength

STRONG

application burn current force friction gravity horsepower juice kilowatts magnetism pressure radioactivity rays reaction response steam voltage wattage

Antonyms

STRONGEST

lack

STRONG

peace question

WEAK

idleness inactivity laziness lethargy tiredness

Example Sentences

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In this state, gas becomes ionized, meaning electrons and ions move freely and create unique properties such as electrical conductivity.

From Science Daily • Apr. 23, 2026

As electrical conductivity rose, thermal conductivity dropped, and vice versa.

From Science Daily • Apr. 15, 2026

In these systems, the scrolls could both reinforce materials and improve conductivity.

From Science Daily • Mar. 31, 2026

We describe nail polish formulations that achieve sufficient conductivity to disrupt the stored electrical field in capacitive touchscreens and register as touch events.

From Science Daily • Mar. 26, 2026

Of course, quasi-religious talk about mind control is more appealing than a discussion of heat content and conductivity.

From "Innumeracy: Mathematical Illiteracy and Its Consequences" by John Allen Paulos

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