How to Pronounce Mordant

To pronounce "mordant", say MORD-ant — 2 syllables, IPA /mɔː(ɹ)dənt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/mɔː(ɹ)dənt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “mordant”

"mordant" has 2 syllables: mord-ant. It rhymes with discordant and mordent, if that helps it stick.

What does mordant mean?

noun

  1. Any substance used to facilitate the fixing of a dye to a fibre; usually a metallic compound which reacts with the dye using chelation.
  2. Any corrosive substance used in etching.

verb

  1. To subject to the action of, or imbue with, a mordant.

    “Mordant these goods for dyeing.”

adjective

  1. Having or showing a sharp or critical quality
  2. Serving to fix a dye to a fibre.

Synonyms

etchantbitingcaustickeensarcasticsevere

Words that rhyme with mordant

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

discordantmordentmordente

Related words

blackgrimsarcasticbitingmordaciousmordicanttartpotent

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "mordant"?▾

"Mordant" has 2 syllables: mord · ant.

What is the IPA transcription of "mordant"?▾

The IPA transcription of "mordant" is /mɔː(ɹ)dənt/.

What does "mordant" mean?▾

Mordant: Any substance used to facilitate the fixing of a dye to a fibre; usually a metallic compound which reacts with the dye using chelation.

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