Dictionary-enhanced word family
Word Forms of “Solid”
Something that is hard and keeps its shape.
Word Family of Solid
How to Use Each Word Form in a Sentence
- Ice is solid water. A1
- The bridge is built on solid rock. A2
- He has a solid academic foundation in mathematics. B1
Word Form Patterns for Solid
-ity
Adds **-ity** to form an abstract noun about a quality or state. Example: solid → solidity.
-ly
Adds **-ly** to make an adverb describing how an action happens. Example: solid → solidly.
Origin and Word Formation of Solid
From Latin 'solidus' meaning firm or compact.
Common Word Form Mistakes with Solid
Wrong: He made a solid at work.
Correct: He made a solid decision at work.
Solid is an adjective; it cannot stand alone as a noun in this meaning.
Frequently Asked Questions About Word Forms of Solid
What are the word forms of “solid”?
The confirmed forms are shown in the word family cards above. Missing parts of speech are hidden instead of filled with placeholder text.
What part of speech is “solid”?
“solid” is primarily a adj. Some forms above show how the same root works as other parts of speech.
Where does “solid” come from?
From Latin 'solidus' meaning firm or compact.