Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
colloidal
Adjective
/kəˈlɔɪd(ə)l/
Definition
Relating to a substance consisting of tiny particles that are dispersed evenly throughout another substance.
Examples
- Colloidal silver is often used in alternative medicine.
- The colloidal suspension maintained its stability over time.
- In the lab, we studied the properties of colloidal solutions.
Meaning
Colloidal refers to a state in which microscopically dispersed insoluble particles are suspended throughout a liquid or gas. These particles are larger than typical molecules but do not settle out or separate easily due to their small size.
Synonyms
- suspension
- dispersed
- particulate
