# solubility

/ˌsɑɫjəˈbɪɫəˌti/ (US) · /sˌɒljuːbˈɪlɪti/ (UK) · CEFR C1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/solubility
Updated: 2026-05-18

## Definition

the ability of a substance to dissolve in another substance, like how sugar dissolves in water.

For teachers: the property of a substance that allows it to be dissolved in a solvent to form a homogeneous solution.

## Examples

- The solubility of salt in water is very high.
- Chemists often test the solubility of different compounds to determine which ones can be used together in a specific reaction.
- The solubility of gases in liquids generally decreases with increasing temperature, a principle that explains why carbonated beverages lose their fizz when left open at room temperature.

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