conductivity
Translation
conductivity
Examples
Copper has high electrical conductivity.
Copper has high electrical conductivity.
The thermal conductivity of the material is low.
The thermal conductivity of the material is low.
Grammar Patterns
((of sth.)) the ability of (sth.) to conduct heat or electricity The conductivity of silver is very high.
Similar Words
Synonyms: transmission, conveyance; Antonyms: resistance, resistivity
Etymology
From Latin 'conductus' (led together) + '-ivity' (quality of). 'con-' (together) + 'ducere' (to lead).
Memory Tips
Think of a 'duct' that 'con' (with) others leads energy through. The '-ivity' makes it a quality.