conductivity

noun

con·​duc·​tiv·​i·​ty ˌkän-ˌdək-ˈti-və-tē 

kən-

plural conductivities

: the quality or power of conducting or transmitting: such as

a

: the reciprocal of electrical resistivity

b

: the quality of living matter responsible for the transmission of and progressive reaction to stimuli

Examples of conductivity in a Sentence

measuring the conductivity of different metals

Recent Examples on the Web

Waterbed owners should never use an electric blanket due to the conductivity risk between electricity and water. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 10 Nov. 2026

Why the semiconductor industry is interested in diamond One of diamond’s most attractive properties is its exceptional thermal conductivity. — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 7 Nov. 2026

This atmospheric conductivity can vary with sunlight and auroral activity, while ground conductivity depends on local geology and moisture levels. — Mark Moldwin, The Conversation, 4 Nov. 2026

Global polymer manufacturer Americhem has expanded its portfolio by acquiring antimicrobial and conductivity specialist Noble Biomaterials. — Jennifer Bringle, Footwear News, 27 Oct. 2026

Word History

Etymology

conductive + -ity

First Known Use

1837, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for conductivity

• absorptivity
• affectivity
• collectivity
• connectivity
• corrosivity
• creativity
• diffusivity
• directivity
• effectivity
• emissivity
• exclusivity
• expressivity

Kids Definition

conductivity

noun

con·​duc·​tiv·​i·​ty ˌkän-ˌdək-ˈtiv-ət-ē 

kən-

plural conductivities

: the quality or power of conducting or transmitting

Medical Definition

conductivity

noun

con·​duc·​tiv·​i·​ty ˌkän-ˌdək-ˈtiv-ət-ē, kən- 

plural conductivities

: the quality or power of conducting or transmitting: as

a

: the reciprocal of electrical resistivity

b

: the quality of living matter responsible for the transmission of and progressive reaction to stimuli