viscosity

/ˈvɪs.kɒ.sɪti/

Definitions

1. noun

The property of a fluid that opposes the flow of other fluids through it; the measure of a fluid’s resistance to flow, as measured by its viscosity coefficient.

“The high viscosity of the oil made it difficult to pump through the pipes.”

Synonyms

  • stickiness
  • thickness

Antonyms

  • fluidity