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insolubility

|in-sol-u-bil-i-ty|

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/ɪnˌsɒl.jəˈbɪl.ɪ.ti/

unable to dissolve

Etymology
Etymology Information

'insolubility' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'insolubilitas', where 'in-' meant 'not' and 'solubilis' meant 'able to be loosened or dissolved'.

Historical Evolution

'insolubilitas' transformed into the Old French word 'insolubilité', and eventually became the modern English word 'insolubility'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'not able to be dissolved', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

the quality or state of being insoluble; incapability of being dissolved in a liquid.

The insolubility of certain compounds in water is a key factor in their use.

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Last updated: 2025/06/05 04:18