Equipotentiality

/ˌɛkwɪˌpoʊtɛnʃiˈælɪti/ noun

Definition

The quality or state of having equal potential throughout; the characteristic of being equipotential.

Etymology

Noun formation from equipotential using the -ity suffix (from Latin -itas), creating an abstract noun describing the property or condition. Standard English nominalization of an adjective.

Kelly Says

The equipotentiality of an electric field is what makes lightning bolts possible—charges want to flow from areas of different potential, but within an equipotential zone, nothing wants to move!

Related Words

Explore More Words

Get the Word Orb API

Complete word intelligence in one call. Free tier — 50 lookups/day.