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  • 1. hygroscopic
  • Hygroscopic in a sentence
Table of Contents
  • 1. hygroscopic
  • Hygroscopic in a sentence
Synonyms
Antonyms
Etymology

1. hygroscopic

adjective. absorbing moisture (as from the air).

Synonyms

  • absorptive

Antonyms

  • nonabsorbency
  • resistant

Etymology

  • -scopic (English)
  • hygro- (English)

Sentences with hygroscopic


1. Verb, past participle
Sugar is hygroscopic, meaning it can absorb water from the atmosphere, and this can stall evaporation.

2. Noun, singular or mass
Non-occlusive moisturizers are usually humectants or hygroscopic ingredients–substances that draw moisture to the skin and hold it there for a short period of time while the skin absorbs it.

3. Adjective
Propylene Carbonate is a hygroscopic chemical that pulls moisture from the air to your lips.

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