Turbidity Meaning and Definition

Turbidity

Turbidity

Pronunciation

/tərˈbɪdɪti/

Part of Speech

Noun

Definition

The quality of being cloudy or opaque in appearance, or the state of being murky or containing suspended particles, especially in a liquid.

Etymology

From Latin “turbidus”, meaning “cloudy” or “muddy”, derived from “turbare”, meaning “to stir up” or “to confuse.”

Usage Notes

Turbidity is often used to describe the clarity or lack thereof in a liquid, such as water or air. It can also be used figuratively to describe a situation that is unclear or confusing.

Cultural References

Turbidity has appeared in various works of literature and science, including environmental studies and water quality assessments.

Idiomatic Expressions or Phrases

  • Not as clear as mud

Related Words or Phrases

  • Clarity
  • Transparency
  • Murky
  • Opalescent

Collocations

  • Turbidity caused by pollution
  • Turbidity in the atmosphere
  • Turbidity in water

Frequency of Use

Turbidity is a relatively uncommon word, but it is still used in various contexts, including science, literature, and everyday conversation.

Common Misspellings

  • Tubidity
  • Turbitidy

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