AGGLUTINATION Synonyms: 17 Similar and Opposite Words

agglutination

noun

Definition of agglutination

as in cohesion

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Recent Examples of agglutination If the patient is already infected with Proteus, then the same agglutination will occur when the Weil-Felix test is administered, and the patient will naturally test positive. — Rebecca Kreston, Discover Magazine, 31 May 2016

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Noun

According to Ateios, this improves cohesion between electrode particles and adhesion to the current collector while requiring less than 1% binder.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 1 Oct. 2026
Connected communities are critical to social cohesion, solving local needs and giving people purpose.

— Jennifer Sirangelo, Forbes.com, 24 Sep. 2026

Definition of cohesion

Noun

And Krutsinger notes that nyjer seeds need extra protection from moisture—even small amounts of humidity can cause clumping or spoilage.

— Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 27 Sep. 2026
Handle sheets with dry hands and store them in a cool, dry place with the package sealed to prevent clumping or early dissolving.

— Ryan Brennan, Sacbee.com, 24 Sep. 2026

Definition of clumping

Noun

According to Ateios, this improves cohesion between electrode particles and adhesion to the current collector while requiring less than 1% binder.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 1 Oct. 2026
The resulting adhesive reportedly outperformed heavy-duty duct tape in adhesion strength.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 21 Sep. 2026

Definition of adhesion

Noun

And the 40-something daughter has brought along her mother for a weekend of spa time, tea time, and bonding.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
The precocious 25-year-old became a workout pal with James post-Covid 19 pandemic, the two bonding on their insatiable desire to do the work.

— Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 28 Sep. 2026

Definition of bonding

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