viscous

Vocabulary Word

Definition

When something is 'viscous', it has a thick consistency and does not flow easily. It's like molasses, or a cold engine oil, that moves slowly.

Examples in Different Contexts

Viscosity is critical in the production of lubricants. A product manager could remark, 'This new formula is more viscous, providing better engine protection.'

Practice Scenarios

Creative

Scenario:

The consistency of the sauce we made yesterday was not up to our standard. It was too runny and didn't stick well to the dish.

Response:

I'll make the sauce more viscous next time so that it holds better on our dishes.

Business

Scenario:

Our last production batch of paint seemed too thin. It wasn't giving us the quality coverage that we promised.

Response:

Yes, we should adjust the paint formula and make it more viscous to improve the product's performance.