What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
miscibility
Example
Water and ethanol have high miscibility. [miscibility: noun]
Example
The chemist tested the miscibility of the two liquids by mixing them together. [miscibility: noun]
solubility
Example
Sugar has high solubility in water. [solubility: noun]
Example
The chemist measured the solubility of the compound in various solvents. [solubility: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Solubility is more commonly used than miscibility in everyday language, as it is a more versatile term that can be applied to a wider range of substances and contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between miscibility and solubility?
Both miscibility and solubility are technical terms used in scientific and industrial contexts, and are therefore considered formal language.
