entropy
Pronunciation
Noun
B2 Upper-intermediate
Quick answer
A measure of disorder or randomness in a system, which tends to increase over time.
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Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "Without energy put in to maintain it, a tidy room slides into _____ surprisingly fast."
Answer: entropy
In your own words, what does "entropy" mean?
A measure of disorder or randomness in a system, which tends to increase over time.
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