Synonyms of viscosity

viscosity

noun

vi-ˈskä-sə-tē 

as in consistency

the degree to which a fluid can resist flowing

conducted an experiment to determine the viscosity of motor oil

Synonyms & Similar Words

• consistency
• consistence
• thickness
• density
• viscidity
• solidity
• compactness
• firmness
• stickiness
• ropiness

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of viscosity

Greek yogurt, avocado, and frozen banana are options for improved viscosity, but in my opinion, each offers a compromise in flavor (too tangy, too buttery, too banana-y). — Rebecca Firkser, Bon Appetit Magazine, 2 July 2026

Soon, this liquid ferments into a tangy beverage with a touch of viscosity, somewhat like Mexico’s pulque. — Daniel Hernandez, Los Angeles Times, 24 June 2026

This increase in viscosity slows the digestion process, in which glucose and other nutrients are broken down before absorption. — Brittany Lubeck, Verywell Health, 22 June 2026

By lowering viscosity, complex therapies can be reformatted into thin, painless injections. — Elsa Ohlen, CNBC, 9 June 2026