fluid

adjective

ˈflü-əd How to pronounce fluid (audio)
Definition of fluidnext
1
as in liquid
capable of moving like a liquid warm the jam until it is fluid, then spread it over the cake

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2
as in adjustable
capable of being readily changed the script is still fluid at this point, so be prepared for last-minute rewrites

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as in smooth
involving minimal difficulty or effort the dance looked smooth and fluid, though backstage we could see the dancer gasping for breath and sweating from the effort

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as in volatile
likely to change frequently, suddenly, or unexpectedly his arrival plans are fluid, so expect him anytime

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Recent Examples of fluid Adding to the good looks are a fluid 180-hertz refresh rate and 1ms response time. — Kelsey Fogarty, PC Magazine, 24 Aug. 2026 The senior tranche of financing, which would get paid back first, is expected to be around $45 billion, and the junior tranche will be about $35 billion, though the numbers are fluid sources said. — Cj Haddad, CNBC, 21 Aug. 2026 Exact numbers are fluid, because venue configurations are still being finalized. — Henry Bushnell, New York Times, 21 Aug. 2026 Cleantra’s Lymphatic Drainage Drops were designed to provide daily herbal support for lymph flow, fluid balance, circulation, immune defense, and natural detoxification. — Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 20 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for fluid
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fluid
  1. liquid
  2. adjustable
  3. smooth
  4. volatile
  5. flowing
  6. adaptable
  7. easy
  8. unpredictable
Adjective
  • Conventional liquid cooling needs pumps, tubing, and reservoirs, which can consume space and add weight.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 28 Aug. 2026
  • But globs of liquid mercury worked just fine to show the melting shards coming together, even though its toxicity meant the special effects crew had to wear protective gear over the two-day shoot.
    — ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of liquid
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  • This baby-pink maxi has an adjustable neck strap and cascading ruffles along the bottom.
    — Eva Thomas, InStyle, 30 Aug. 2026
  • Pressure-relieving foam sits atop a section of supportive microcoils with a durable foam border and adjustable responsive air chambers, ensuring a personalized balance of comfort and stability.
    — V BRAND STORIES, Forbes.com, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of adjustable
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  • The essence has a high concentration of PDRN, which promotes cellular repair and collagen production, plus niacinamide and copper peptides to leave your skin firmer and smoother.
    — Essence Wiley, InStyle, 26 Aug. 2026
  • The track, which blends smooth R&B vocals with contemporary pop production, came almost a decade after bits of the song first leaked on social media.
    — Caché McClay, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of smooth
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  • One wild card for inflation has been oil prices, which have been volatile due to uncertainty about the war in Iran.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Citadel’s stock transactions are giving investors a glimpse of how Griffin is navigating an increasingly volatile market.
    — Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of volatile
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  • My ‘Harmony’ massage is inspired by Lomi Lomi—a traditional Hawaiian healing technique known for its continuous, flowing strokes.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Aug. 2026
  • By studying these features, scientists hope to piece together how flowing water once helped shape the Red Planet’s surface.
    — Frank Landymore, Futurism, 30 July 2026
Definition of flowing
Adjective
  • While mosquitoes are remarkably adaptable animals, scientists have repeatedly demonstrated that their numbers and territory are expanding as the planet warms and weather patterns change.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 25 Aug. 2026
  • The adaptable oak varieties are native to the capital region and, when mature, can often survive the hot, dry summers without being watered — something Leary points to when advocating for preserving the trees rather than planting new ones.
    — Corey Schmidt, Sacbee.com, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of adaptable
Adjective
  • Push the sleeves up for a slouchy look and pair it with trousers, loafers, and a belt for an easy quiet-luxury outfit.
    — Mariana Best, PEOPLE, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Wiener has long championed making housing easier to build, but in San Francisco resisting development is a bedrock cause for those on the city’s left.
    — Dan Walters, Mercury News, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of easy
Adjective
  • Researchers from Tohoku University in Japan and VISTEC in Thailand say the approach could help robots move more effectively through unpredictable terrain.
    — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Prolific and versatile, Richard Linklater has been one of the most joyously unpredictable filmmakers for more than 35 years.
    — Mark Olsen, Los Angeles Times, 27 Aug. 2026
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“Fluid.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fluid. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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