The difference between Insoluble and Soluble

When used as adjectives, insoluble means that cannot be dissolved, whereas soluble means able to be dissolved.


Insoluble is also noun with the meaning: any substance that cannot be dissolved.

check bellow for the other definitions of Insoluble and Soluble

  1. Insoluble as an adjective:

    That cannot be dissolved.

  2. Insoluble as an adjective:

    That cannot be solved; unsolvable; insolvable.

  3. Insoluble as an adjective:

    That cannot be explained; mysterious or inexplicable.

  4. Insoluble as an adjective:

    That cannot be broken down or dispersed.

  1. Insoluble as a noun:

    Any substance that cannot be dissolved.

  1. Soluble as an adjective:

    Able to be dissolved.

    Examples:

    "Sugar is soluble in water."

  2. Soluble as an adjective:

    Able to be solved or explained.

    Examples:

    "That mystery should be easily soluble."