flux
Pronunciation
Noun
B2 Upper-intermediate
Quick answer
Continuous change, or, in physics, the flow of energy or particles through a surface.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
Antonyms
stability
Usage notes
"In flux" is a common fixed phrase meaning still changing and not yet settled.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The company's strategy has been in _____ ever since the merger."
Answer: flux
In your own words, what does "flux" mean?
Continuous change, or, in physics, the flow of energy or particles through a surface.
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