density

den·si·ty

noun \ˈden(t)-sə-tē\

plural den·si·ties

Definition of DENSITY

1

: the quality or state of being dense

2

: the quantity per unit volume, unit area, or unit length: as a : the mass of a substance per unit volume b : the distribution of a quantity (as mass, electricity, or energy) per unit usually of space (as length, area, or volume) c : the average number of individuals or units per space unit <a population density of 500 per square mile> <a housing density of 10 houses per acre>

3

a : the degree of opacity of a translucent medium b : the common logarithm of the opacity

Examples of DENSITY

1. We were surprised by the fog's density.
2. the density of her writing style
3. These instruments are used for measuring the density of the atmosphere.

First Known Use of DENSITY

1598

Related to DENSITY

Synonyms: consistence, consistency, thickness, viscidity, viscosity

Antonyms: braininess, brightness, brilliance, cleverness, intelligence, keenness, quickness, quick-wittedness, sharpness, smartness

Related Words: compactness, firmness, solidity; ropiness, stickiness

Near Antonyms: acumen, alertness, astuteness, discernment, insight, judgment (or judgement), perception, percipience, perspicacity; sagacity, sageness, sapience, wisdom, wit; logicality, logicalness, rationality, rationalness, reasonableness, soundness, validity

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Other Chemical Engineering Terms

alkali, cation, decant, hygroscopic, isotope, oxidize, slurry, solute, viscous