adhesiveness

/ædˈhɛsɪvnəs/

Definitions

1. noun

The property or quality of being adhesive, or the state of being sticky or clinging.

“The adhesiveness of the glue made it difficult to remove the stickers from the package.”

2. noun

The quality or state of being attracted to or drawn towards something.

“The adhesiveness of the magnet to the fridge was impressive and helped keep the notes in place.”

Synonyms

  • adhesion
  • clinginess
  • stickfastness
  • stickiness

Antonyms

  • nonstickness
  • slipperiness
  • smoothness