Hydrophilic

Pronunciation: /ˌhaɪdrəˈfɪlɪk/

Hydrophilic (adjective)

  1. Describes a material that attracts water and mixes with it easily.
  2. Used for a surface or molecule that forms strong interactions with water.

Examples

  • Hydrophilic materials attract water and mix with it easily.
  • The hydrophilic coating helps water spread instead of beading up.