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Conductive

Part of Speech

Adjective

Pronunciation

US: /kənˈdʌk.tɪv/

UK: /kənˈdʌk.tɪv/

Definitions

  • Having the property of conducting heat, electricity, or sound.
  • Allowing the passage of electrical or thermal energy.

Usage Examples

  • Copper is a highly conductive material used in electrical wiring.
  • The lab tested the conductive properties of the new alloy.

Etymology

Derived from "conduct" (from Latin conducere, meaning "to bring together") and the suffix "-ive," indicating a quality or tendency.

Synonyms

  • Transmissive
  • Electrically active
  • Heat-conducting

Antonyms

  • Insulative
  • Nonconductive
  • Resistant

Translations

Language Translation Pronunciation
Spanish Conductivo /kon-dukˈti.bo/
French Conducteur /kɔ̃.dyk.tœʁ/
German Leitfähig /ˈlaɪt.fɛːɪç/
Hindi चालक (Chalak) /tʃɑː.lək/
Tamil கடத்தக்க (Kadaththakka) /kaɖat̪akːa/
Telugu వాహక (Vāhaka) /ʋaː.hə.ka/
Bengali পরিবাহী (Poribāhī) /pɔri.baːhi/
Chinese (Mandarin) 导电的 (Dǎodiànde) /taʊ˥˩.tjɛn˥˩.də/

Regional Pronunciation Variations

American English emphasizes the second syllable, while British English tends to use a softer pronunciation.

Historical Usage

The term has been in use since the early 19th century, particularly in physics and engineering.

Cultural Nuances

The word "conductive" is primarily used in technical and scientific contexts, such as electrical engineering and material science.

More Information

Conductive materials play a crucial role in modern technology, from electronics to thermal management. Metals such as copper and aluminum are widely used for electrical conduction, while specialized polymers and composites have been developed for flexible applications. The study of conductivity is vital in physics, chemistry, and engineering.

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