Word
conductive
Phoneticscon·duc·tive, stress on the second syllable
US/kənˈdəktɪv/
UK/kəndˈʌktɪv/
Physics
Definition
adj. allowing electricity or heat to pass through easily.
adj. having the property of transmitting electricity or heat; capable of acting as a conductor.
Examples
“Copper is a highly conductive metal.”
“The quiet atmosphere of the library is very conductive to deep concentration and study.”
“While silver is the most conductive element, its high cost usually makes copper the preferred choice for electrical wiring in residential and commercial buildings.”
Examples
simple
“Copper is a highly conductive metal.”
contextual
“The quiet atmosphere of the library is very conductive to deep concentration and study.”
complex
“While silver is the most conductive element, its high cost usually makes copper the preferred choice for electrical wiring in residential and commercial buildings.”
Usage
Usually follows a linking verb like 'is' or 'becomes', or sits directly before the noun it describes.
Pitfall
The environment was conductive to learning.
The environment was conducive to learning.
Do not confuse 'conductive' (electricity/heat) with 'conducive' (making something likely to happen).
Real-World Examples
“By adding conductive yarn, they turned these shape-shifting fabrics into soft electronic switches capable of controlling lights, counting steps, and responding to movement.” “You sleep directly on grounding sheets, which have a conductive material (usually carbon or silver) woven into their fibers.” Synonyms
Antonyms
Word family
ADJECTIVE
Domain
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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