Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
saturate
verb
/ˈsætʃəreɪt/
Definition
To soak or fill something completely with a liquid or substance until no more can be absorbed.
Examples
- After the rain, the ground was saturated and puddles formed.
- The sponge could saturate a large amount of water.
- They decided to saturate the fabric with dye to achieve a deeper color.
Meaning
To cause a material to be thoroughly soaked or filled, often to the point where it can hold no more.
Synonyms
- soak
- fill
- drench
- imbue
- infuse
