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aqueous

[ˈeɪkwiəs]

aqueous Definition

of or containing water, typically as a solvent or medium.

Using aqueous: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "aqueous" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The solution is aqueous and can be used as a solvent for the reaction.

  • Example

    Aqueous humor is a clear, watery fluid that fills the space between the cornea and the iris of the eye.

  • Example

    The painting was ruined by exposure to aqueous conditions.

aqueous Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for aqueous

Antonyms for aqueous

Phrases with aqueous

  • a solution in which the solvent is water

    Example

    The experiment required an aqueous solution of sodium chloride.

  • a clear, watery fluid that fills the space between the cornea and the iris of the eye

    Example

    The doctor examined the patient's eyes and found an increase in aqueous humor pressure.

  • water vapor; the gaseous state of water

    Example

    The air was filled with aqueous vapor after the rain.

Origins of aqueous

from Latin 'aqua', meaning 'water'

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Summary: aqueous in Brief

'Aqueous' [ˈeɪkwiəs] refers to something that contains water, often as a solvent or medium. It can describe solutions, fluids, or conditions, such as 'aqueous humor,' the fluid in the eye. 'Aqueous' is synonymous with 'watery' and 'liquid,' and antonymous with 'anhydrous' and 'dry.'