friability

friability — noun

1. the quality that makes a solid material break apart into powder or small fragmen

1.名詞C2
釋義

the quality that makes a solid material break apart into powder or small fragments when you rub, press, or handle it

例句

Imani tested the friability of the old sandstone by rubbing it between her fingers.

The friability of the ancient scroll made it impossible to unroll without damage.

friability of + [fragile object]

同義詞
  • crumbliness

    everyday equivalent; use 'friability' in technical writing and 'crumbliness' in conversation

  • brittleness

    similar but describes breaking into hard, sharp pieces rather than crumbling into powder

  • friableness

    exact synonym but far less common; 'friability' is the standard term in all contexts

反義詞
  • cohesiveness

    the quality of sticking together firmly rather than crumbling apart

  • durability

    ability to withstand wear and pressure without breaking down

文法句型

friability of + noun

用法筆記

Used mainly in technical contexts — geology (rocks), materials science, medicine (tissue), and baking. The related adjective 'friable' is more common than this noun form.

常見錯誤

❌The glass shattered because of its friability.
✅The glass shattered because of its brittleness.
💡friability means crumbling into powder or small pieces; glass breaks into sharp shards, which is brittleness.
❌I love the friability of this chocolate cake.' (in everyday talk)
✅I love how soft and crumbly this chocolate cake is.
💡'friability' is a technical term; in daily conversation, use 'crumbliness' or rephrase with 'crumbly.'