Perspiration
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌpɜːspəˈɹeɪʃən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Perspiration is a noun meaning The action or process of perspiring.
Meaning
The action or process of perspiring.
More Meanings
- (metonymic) Synonym of hard work.
- Sweat (fluid).
Example Sentences
Genius is 1 per cent. inspiration and 99 per cent. perspiration.
Passing his hand across his forehead he withdrew it, wet with drops of perspiration.
The Cauſe may be Want of Perſpiration : For Much of the Matter of Haire, in the other Parts of the Body, goeth forth by Inſenſible Perſpiration ; And beſides, the Skull being of a more ſolide Subſtance, nouriſheth and aſſimilateth leſſe, and excerneth more.
Word Forms
- perspirations
Synonyms for perspiration
Depending on context, synonyms include sweating, diaphoresis, hidrosis, sudation, sudoresis, hard work.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include sudor, sweat, diaphoresis, hidrosis, water, sweating.
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