Supersaturate

C2 16+

Pronunciation: /ˌsuːpərˈsætʃəˌreɪt/

Definitions of supersaturate

verb to cause a solution to become more concentrated than is normally possible under given conditions

Example Sentences

A1 I will supersaturate the sponge with water before cleaning the dishes.

A2 It is important not to supersaturate the soil with too much water, as it can harm the plants.

B1 The chemist explained how to supersaturate a solution to create a more concentrated mixture.

B2 In order to supersaturate the solution, you need to heat it up and then slowly cool it down.

C1 The scientist was able to supersaturate the liquid to a level that had never been achieved before.

C2 The artist used a special technique to supersaturate the colors in the painting, creating a vibrant and intense effect.

Examples of supersaturate in a Sentence

formal It is possible to supersaturate a solution by adding more solute than can normally dissolve.

informal If you keep adding sugar to the tea, you'll eventually supersaturate it.

slang Dude, you're gonna supersaturate that protein shake if you add any more powder.

figurative Her kindness seemed to supersaturate the room, filling it with warmth and positivity.

Grammatical Forms of supersaturate

past tense

supersaturated

plural

supersaturates

comparative

more supersaturated

superlative

most supersaturated

present tense

supersaturates

future tense

will supersaturate

perfect tense

has supersaturated

continuous tense

is supersaturating

singular

supersaturate

positive degree

supersaturated

infinitive

to supersaturate

gerund

supersaturating

participle

supersaturated

Origin and Evolution of supersaturate

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'supersaturate' originated from the Latin word 'super-' meaning 'above' or 'beyond' and the Latin word 'saturare' meaning 'to fill'.
Evolution of the word: Initially used in chemistry to describe a solution that contains more of a dissolved substance than could be dissolved by the solvent under normal circumstances. Over time, the word has been adopted in various fields to denote exceeding the usual or normal limits.