Pronunciation: /prɪˈsɪp.ɪˌteɪt/
noun a substance that is separated from a solution as a solid
A1 The sudden rainstorm caused a rapid precipitate of water from the sky.
A2 The scientist observed a white precipitate forming at the bottom of the test tube.
B1 The economic crisis was the precipitate for widespread social unrest.
B2 The heated argument between the two colleagues was the precipitate of years of unresolved tension.
C1 The decision to go to war was a precipitate of complex geopolitical factors.
C2 The artist's masterpiece was the precipitate of years of dedication and hard work.
verb to cause (something) to happen quickly or suddenly
A1 Adding vinegar to baking soda will precipitate a foamy reaction.
A2 The sudden change in temperature can precipitate a snowstorm.
B1 The economic crisis was precipitated by a series of bad financial decisions.
B2 The controversial decision by the government precipitated widespread protests.
C1 The CEO's unethical behavior precipitated a major scandal within the company.
C2 The long-standing political tensions finally precipitated a full-scale conflict.
adjective done, made, or acting suddenly or without careful consideration
A1 The sudden rain caused a precipitate drop in temperature.
A2 The student's precipitate decision to skip class had consequences.
B1 The CEO's precipitate actions led to a company-wide reorganization.
B2 The diplomat's precipitate response to the crisis escalated tensions.
C1 The scientist's precipitate conclusion was met with skepticism by the research community.
C2 The artist's precipitate brush strokes captured the raw emotion of the scene.
formal The addition of a certain chemical can precipitate a reaction in the solution.
informal Adding too much salt can precipitate the pasta cooking faster.
slang Her rude comment really precipitated a fight between them.
figurative The sudden change in weather seemed to precipitate a shift in mood for the group.
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