conductivity

noun

con·​duc·​tiv·​i·​ty ˌkän-ˌdək-ˈti-və-tē 

kən-

plural conductivities

: the quality or power of conducting or transmitting: such as

a

: the reciprocal of electrical resistivity

b

: the quality of living matter responsible for the transmission of and progressive reaction to stimuli

Examples of conductivity in a Sentence

measuring the conductivity of different metals

Recent Examples on the Web

Fast lithium ion transfer is ensured by a fast ion conductor coating on the cathode, fast-charging graphite and novel nano-coating technologies for the anode, multi-gradient layered electrode design, and ultra-high conductivity electrolyte formulation. —New Atlas, 24 Oct. 2024

The flannel—made of 60 percent cotton, 36 percent lyocell and 4 percent elastane—is engineered with a graphene finish applied to the fabric’s surface, which enhances the fabric’s thermal conductivity properties without extra weight. —Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 3 Sep. 2019

Some material is removed through etching, and some elements are added to change the electrical conductivity. —Russ Wiles, The Arizona Republic, 24 Sep. 2024

Thermal Management: While gallium oxide can operate at higher temperatures than silicon, its thermal conductivity is actually lower. —Matthew Putman, Forbes, 6 Sep. 2024

Word History

Etymology

conductive + -ity

First Known Use

1837, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

conductivity

noun

con·​duc·​tiv·​i·​ty ˌkän-ˌdək-ˈtiv-ət-ē 

kən-

plural conductivities

: the quality or power of conducting or transmitting

Medical Definition

conductivity

noun

con·​duc·​tiv·​i·​ty ˌkän-ˌdək-ˈtiv-ət-ē, kən- 

plural conductivities

: the quality or power of conducting or transmitting: as

a

: the reciprocal of electrical resistivity

b

: the quality of living matter responsible for the transmission of and progressive reaction to stimuli