Efflux vs. Influx

Efflux vs. Influx — Is There a Difference?
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Difference Between Efflux and Influx

Effluxnoun

The process of flowing out.

We all age through the efflux of time.The efflux of matter from a boil can be painful.

Influxnoun

A flow inward or into something; a coming in.

I'll buy a new computer when I get an influx of cash.

Effluxnoun

That which has flowed out.

the efflux of a boil

Influxnoun

That which flows or comes in.

Effluxverb

(intransitive) To run out; to flow forth.

Influxnoun

(obsolete) influence; power.

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Effluxverb

To pass away.

Influxnoun

the process of flowing in

Effluxnoun

the process of flowing out