glutinousness

Thân thiện

The chef tests the glutinousness of the rice by pressing it with a spoon.

Definition

Noun: * The quality or state of being glutinous; stickiness, adhesiveness, viscousness. It refers to the property of a substance that is thick, sticky, and cohesive, similar to glue or jelly.

Usage

The word "glutinousness" is a formal, technical term used primarily in scientific, culinary, or descriptive contexts to describe the physical property of a material. It is an abstract noun denoting a specific characteristic.

Examples

• The glutinousness of the rice flour is essential for making traditional mochi.
• Scientists measured the glutinousness of the different polymer solutions.
• The sauce was criticized for its unpleasant glutinousness, making it difficult to swallow.

Advanced Usage

• The term can be used metaphorically in literary contexts to describe something that is overly clinging or difficult to separate from.
  • He tried to escape the glutinousness of his past mistakes.

Variants and Related Words

• Glutinous (adjective): Having a glue-like quality; sticky.
  • Glutinous rice is a staple in many Asian cuisines.
• Glutinosity (noun): A less common synonym for glutinousness.

Synonyms

• Viscosity
• Stickiness
• Adhesiveness
• Tackiness
• Glueyness
• Clamminess

Antonyms

• Fluidity
• Wateriness
• Runniness
• Thinness

Học thuật

Noun

1. the property of having a viscosity like jelly

Từ đồng nghĩa

• gelatinousness
• glutinosity