What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
adhesiveness
Example
The adhesiveness of the glue made it perfect for attaching the pieces together. [adhesiveness: noun]
Example
The tape's adhesiveness was strong enough to hold the poster on the wall. [adhesiveness: noun]
stickiness
Example
The stickiness of the honey made it difficult to remove from the jar. [stickiness: noun]
Example
The label's stickiness made it easy to attach to the package. [stickiness: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Stickiness is more commonly used than adhesiveness in everyday language.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between adhesiveness and stickiness?
Adhesiveness is more formal than stickiness, and is typically used in technical or scientific contexts.
