Solidity

Pronunciation: /səˈlɪdəti/

Definitions of solidity

noun the quality or state of being solid, firm, or stable

Example Sentences

A1 The table's solidity impressed me.

A2 The solidity of the foundation ensured the building's stability.

B1 The solidity of her argument convinced the jury.

B2 The company's financial solidity is due to its diverse investment portfolio.

C1 The solidity of the scientific evidence left no room for doubt.

C2 The artist's work displayed a remarkable solidity in both technique and composition.

Examples of solidity in a Sentence

formal The architect ensured the building's solidity by using high-quality materials.

informal I trust his advice because of his track record of solidity in decision-making.

slang That car is built like a tank, it's got some serious solidity.

figurative Her convictions were like a rock, unyielding in their solidity.

Grammatical Forms of solidity

• plural: solidities
• comparative: more solid
• superlative: most solid
• present tense: solidifies
• future tense: will solidify
• perfect tense: has solidified
• continuous tense: is solidifying
• singular: solidity
• positive degree: solid
• infinitive: to solidify
• gerund: solidifying
• participle: solidified

Origin and Evolution of solidity

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'solidity' originated from the Latin word 'soliditas' which is derived from the Latin word 'solidus' meaning 'solid'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'solidity' has retained its original meaning of being firm, stable, or strong. It is commonly used in various contexts to describe the physical or metaphorical state of being solid and dependable.