Saturated: meaning, definitions and examples

Typically used to describe something that is fully soaked with liquid or is completely filled with something to the point that it cannot take any more. It can also refer to vivid or intense colors.

• The sponge is saturated with water
• The colors in the painting are so saturated

Generally used to describe something that contains as much as possible or is holding as much as it can. This can refer to physical space, capacity, or even emotions.

• The bottle is full of juice
• My schedule is full for the week

Used when something has all its parts or elements or is finished. This word often implies that nothing is missing.

• I have the complete collection of those books
• Have you completed your homework?

Use when describing something that is completely filled with a liquid, often used in scientific or more formal contexts.

• The soil was saturated after the heavy rain
• The market is saturated with new technology products

Used to describe something or someone that is very wet, often to emphasize the extent of wetness.

• His shoes were soaked after walking through the puddles
• The towel was completely soaked

Best used when describing someone or something that is so wet it is soaked completely through, often due to rain or spilling liquid.

• We got drenched in the sudden downpour
• Her clothes were drenched after she fell into the pool