Vocabulary Entry

fixative

|noun • adjective

noun

A substance used to preserve or stabilize something, often in art or photography.

Example Sentences

"The artist used a fixative to ensure the charcoal drawing wouldn't smudge."

"In the lab, they applied a fixative to the specimens for better observation under the microscope."

"The photographer sprayed a fixative over the prints to protect them from fading."

adjective

Example Sentences

"She chose a fixative medium for her mixed media artwork."

"The fixative properties of the adhesive made it ideal for bonding various materials."

"He carefully selected a fixative paint to ensure the colors would remain vibrant."