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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

thixotropic

/θɪksɒtˈrɒpɪk/ adjective · British & US
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What does thixotropic mean?

adjective

Describing a fluid whose viscosity decreases when agitated and increases when left still. This property is often seen in non-Newtonian fluids.

Example

"The engineer studied the thixotropic properties of the new paint to determine its optimal application method."

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