Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

oversaturated

Adjective

/oʊ.vərˈsætʃ.ər.eɪ.tɪd/

Definition

Filled beyond capacity; having an excessive amount of something.

Examples

The market became oversaturated with smartphones, leading to decreased sales for many brands.
After the oversaturated competition in the art scene, many artists struggled to stand out.
The garden soil is oversaturated with water after the heavy rain, causing some plants to wilt.

Meaning

The term refers to a state where a substance, market, or environment has been filled to the point that it can no longer absorb or accommodate any more. In various contexts, it implies an oversupply that can lead to diminishing returns or ineffective outcomes.