solidity

noun

so·​lid·​i·​ty sə-ˈli-də-tē How to pronounce solidity (audio)
plural solidities
1
: the quality or state of being solid
2
: something solid

Examples of solidity in a Sentence

The solidity of his convictions impressed us. the solidity of his word is such that I don't need a written contract—or anything else
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This enabled me to take in the solidity of the image, revealing the details in the sets and costumes—the metal coverings of C3PO and R2D2 had never seemed so real. Benny Har-Even, Forbes.com, 13 June 2025 Massimiliano Allegri will be Milan’s manager for the upcoming season and the 57-year-old has a reputation for sacrificing individual attacking brio for collective defensive solidity. Carl Anka, New York Times, 9 June 2025 Whether Quansah can provide the same defence-splitting attacking qualities as well as the more-likely defensive solidity remains to be seen. Gregg Evans, The Athletic, 16 Mar. 2025 The ultimate protection Key to Liverpool’s defensive solidity has been their tweak in shape within their build-up in possession. Andy Jones, New York Times, 29 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for solidity

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of solidity was in the 14th century

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“Solidity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/solidity. Accessed 27 Jun. 2025.

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solidity

noun
so·​lid·​i·​ty sə-ˈlid-ət-ē How to pronounce solidity (audio)
plural solidities
1
: the quality or state of being solid
2
: something solid

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