Flux — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun verb /ˈfləks/

Meaning & Definition of Flux

Flux (noun)

  1. a flowing of fluid from the body
  2. diarrhea
  3. dysentery

Flux (verb)

  1. to cause to become fluid
  2. to treat with a flux
  3. to become fluid, fuse

Flux (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. the frequent and usually sudden passing from one condition to another

    "the English language is always in a state of flux"

  2. a flowing or coming in

    "January typically brings a great flux of returns to department stores"

    opposite: outflow, outpouring
  3. abnormally frequent intestinal evacuations with more or less fluid stools

    "Civil War doctors noted frequent cases of flux in the camps"

Flux (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to go from a solid to a liquid state

    "a solid will flux more quickly under pressure"

    opposite: harden, set, solidify

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Flux

The most common words with a similar meaning to Flux:

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Flux

Words with the opposite meaning of Flux:

Near Antonyms of Flux

Word Forms of Flux

Inflections: fluxed, fluxing, fluxes

Origin & Etymology of Flux

Middle English, from Anglo-French & Medieval Latin; Anglo-French, from Medieval Latin fluxus, from Latin, flow, from fluere to flow fluid

First known use: 14th century

Words & Phrases Containing Flux

Frequently Asked Questions about Flux

What does "Flux" mean?

"Flux" means a flowing of fluid from the body. As an a noun and a verb, it is defined as: a flowing of fluid from the body. It has 4 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Flux"?

Other words for "Flux" include change, fluctuation, inconstancy, oscillation, affluence, income, inflow and influx. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Flux" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Flux"?

There are 52 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Flux". Common alternatives include change, fluctuation, inconstancy, oscillation, affluence, income, inflow, influx, inpouring and inrush.

What is the opposite of "Flux"?

Antonyms of "Flux" include outflow, outpouring, harden, set and solidify. Near antonyms include emigration, exodus, flight and clot.

How do you use "Flux" in a sentence?

Examples of "Flux" in a sentence: "the English language is always in a state of flux"; "January typically brings a great flux of returns to department stores"; "Civil War doctors noted frequent cases of flux in the camps".

Is "Flux" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Flux" can be used as a noun and a verb, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Flux"?

"Flux" is pronounced /ˈfləks/.

What is the origin of the word "Flux"?

"Flux" comes from Middle English, from Anglo-French & Medieval Latin; Anglo-French, from Medieval Latin fluxus, from Latin, flow, from fluere to flow fluid. First known use: 14th century.