hydrophilic
adjectiveUK /ˌhaɪdrəˈfɪlɪk/
US /ˌhaɪdrəˈfɪlɪk/
Something hydrophilic likes water and mixes with it easily.
Sugar is hydrophilic, so it dissolves quickly in a glass of water.
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2. Having a strong tendency to absorb or be wetted by water.
The hydrophilic coating on the fabric helps it soak up sweat.
3. In chemistry, describing a molecule or group that forms hydrogen bonds with water.
The hydrophilic head of the molecule points outward toward the water.
4. In biology, describing a surface or substance that water spreads across easily.
Hydrophilic lenses stay wet and comfortable on the eye.