B2 adjective 중립

adhesive

/ədˈhiːsɪv/

Describes a substance or surface that has the quality of sticking fast to another object or surface. It is commonly used to describe materials like tape, glue, or bandages that are designed to create a bond between two items.

예시

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1

I used some adhesive tape to fix the torn page in my book.

I used sticky tape to repair the ripped paper in my book.

2

The study examines the adhesive properties of various synthetic polymers.

The research looks at how well different man-made plastics stick to surfaces.

3

This sticker is barely adhesive anymore; it keeps falling off the wall.

This sticker isn't sticky enough; it won't stay on the wall.

어휘 가족

명사
adhesion
Verb
adhere
부사
adhesively
형용사
adhesive
관련
adhesive
💡

암기 팁

Think of the prefix 'Ad-' (meaning toward) and the root 'hes-' (like hesitate or stay). An adhesive makes things 'stay toward' each other.

빠른 퀴즈

The back of the envelope is ______, so you just need to wet it to seal it.

정답!

정답은: adhesive

예시

1

I used some adhesive tape to fix the torn page in my book.

everyday

I used sticky tape to repair the ripped paper in my book.

2

The study examines the adhesive properties of various synthetic polymers.

formal

The research looks at how well different man-made plastics stick to surfaces.

3

This sticker is barely adhesive anymore; it keeps falling off the wall.

informal

This sticker isn't sticky enough; it won't stay on the wall.

4

Adhesive forces between the liquid and the container wall cause the meniscus to form.

academic

The sticking force between the liquid and the glass creates a curve at the surface.

5

Our company specializes in high-strength adhesive solutions for the automotive industry.

business

Our business focuses on very strong glue products for car manufacturing.

어휘 가족

명사
adhesion
Verb
adhere
부사
adhesively
형용사
adhesive
관련
adhesive

자주 쓰는 조합

adhesive tape a strip of sticky material used to join things
adhesive bandage a small medical dressing with a sticky back
adhesive strength the measure of how well a substance sticks
adhesive residue the sticky substance left behind after removing tape
adhesive properties the characteristics that allow something to stick

자주 쓰는 구문

pressure-sensitive adhesive

glue that sticks when light pressure is applied

adhesive backing

a sticky layer on the back of an object

medical-grade adhesive

sticky substances safe for use on human skin

자주 혼동되는 단어

adhesive vs cohesive

Adhesive refers to sticking to a different surface, while cohesive refers to sticking to itself or staying united.

📝

사용 참고사항

While 'adhesive' is primarily an adjective describing stickiness, it is very frequently used as a noun to refer to any substance (like glue) used to bond things together.

⚠️

자주 하는 실수

Learners sometimes use 'adhesive' as a verb. Remember that 'adhere' is the verb form (e.g., 'The tape must adhere to the surface').

💡

암기 팁

Think of the prefix 'Ad-' (meaning toward) and the root 'hes-' (like hesitate or stay). An adhesive makes things 'stay toward' each other.

📖

어원

Derived from the Latin word 'adhaerere', which means 'to stick to'.

문법 패턴

Used as an attributive adjective before a noun (e.g., adhesive labels). Can be used as a predicative adjective after a linking verb (e.g., the surface is adhesive).
🌍

문화적 맥락

In the United States, an 'adhesive bandage' is almost universally referred to by the brand name 'Band-Aid'.

빠른 퀴즈

The back of the envelope is ______, so you just need to wet it to seal it.

정답!

정답은: adhesive

관련 단어

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C1

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disanthropine

C1

To divest of human characteristics, interests, or associations. This verb is primarily used to describe the process of removing human-centric bias or stripping a subject of its human qualities to achieve a more objective or alien perspective.

overformant

C1

Describing a sound or speech signal that possesses excessive or exaggerated resonant frequencies known as formants. In acoustics and phonetics, this term refers to an unnatural vocal quality where spectral peaks are over-emphasized, often occurring in synthetic speech.

homochroner

C1

To synchronize or align multiple events, data points, or historical records so that they occur or are represented within the same chronological time frame. This technical verb is primarily used in specialized academic or data-driven contexts to ensure temporal consistency across different variables.

underclarful

C1

To explain a concept or process in a way that is intentionally or unintentionally less clear than the original subject, often by using excessive jargon or convoluted logic. It describes the act of obfuscating a topic while ostensibly trying to clarify it.

ansalvty

C1

To meticulously examine discarded, failed, or complex material in order to extract and recover specific items of value. This verb is primarily used in technical and analytical contexts where the recovery process requires a high degree of precision and scrutiny.

rechronship

C1

A specialized term referring to the process or state of re-establishing chronological order or temporal alignment between disparate data sets, events, or historical records. It is typically used in technical contexts to describe the restoration of a logical time-based sequence after a disruption or error.

anteportfy

C1

A structural or conceptual preliminary entrance or staging area located before a main gate or portal. It functions as a buffer zone for security, sorting, or preparation before entry into a primary restricted space.

antisolist

C1

Describing a preference for collective or ensemble performance rather than individual soloing. It characterizes an artistic or philosophical approach that prioritizes group harmony and collaborative contribution over the spotlighting of a single individual.

trifigous

C1

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