Synonyms for hydrophilic
- adjective
Most common
Definitions
- adj. 1
Having an affinity for water; able to absorb, or be wetted by water; water-loving.
Example sentences
- hygroscopic Sodium hydroxide is quite hygroscopic.
Popularity over time
| Word | 1850 → 2019 | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| hydrophilic | rising | |
| hygroscopic | falling |
Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.
By length
- 11 letters
- hygroscopic