Meaning & use
fluid
Able to flow easily, or changing readily and smoothly rather than staying fixed.
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Her fluid dance movements made the entire routine look effortless and graceful.
The company's plans remain fluid and could change depending on next quarter's sales.
A note on using this word
Fluid describes both physical flow (a fluid motion) and abstract flexibility (a fluid situation, a fluid schedule).
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Words with an opposite meaning
rigidfixed
Another way to use it
2. noun
A substance, such as a liquid or gas, that flows and takes the shape of its container.
Drink plenty of fluids when you have a fever to stay properly hydrated.
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