FLUID Synonyms: 193 Similar and Opposite Words

fluid

adjective

ˈflü-əd

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as in liquid

capable of moving like a liquid warm the jam until it is fluid, then spread it over the cake

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as in adjustable

capable of being readily changed the script is still fluid at this point, so be prepared for last-minute rewrites

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as in smooth

involving minimal difficulty or effort the dance looked smooth and fluid, though backstage we could see the dancer gasping for breath and sweating from the effort

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as in volatile

likely to change frequently, suddenly, or unexpectedly his arrival plans are fluid, so expect him anytime

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Recent Examples of fluid HyperOS is fast and fluid, and features a robust multi-tasking system and solid customization options. —

Ben Sin, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026 The field of candidates is fluid, given that people are still digesting the redistricting, which was signed into law by DeSantis on May 4. —

Anthony Man, Sun Sentinel, 28 May 2026 The outer display is a fluid experience, from tapping the lower-right corner of the screen to access notifications to swiping to open panels like my calendar, local weather, games, and apps. —

Kimberly Gedeon, PC Magazine, 28 May 2026 The robot’s motions appear increasingly fluid as the session progresses, suggesting that the exercises are intended to test not only strength but also agility, reflexes, and real-time adaptation, reports Techeblog. —

Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 27 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for fluid

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Continuing to pour cool water on the tank could allow the liquid chemical inside to cure at a slower rate — becoming a solid at a slower speed — and reduce the buildup of pressure inside the tank, said Craig Covey, an Orange County Fire Authority division chief.

— Deborah Netburn, Los Angeles Times, 24 May 2026
Most notably, the Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Lab or CSAIL, directed capably by my colleague Daniela Rus, is in there, where intrepid teams work on such vanguard projects as liquid AI models.

— John Werner, Forbes.com, 24 May 2026