Saturated: meaning, definitions and examples
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saturated
[ˈsætʃ.ər.eɪ.tɪd ]
Definitions
chemistry
Containing the greatest possible number of hydrogen atoms, having no double or triple bonds between carbon atoms, and therefore having a straight chain structure.
Synonyms
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
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| saturated |
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.
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| full |
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.
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| complete |
Used when something has all its parts or elements or is finished. This word often implies that nothing is missing.
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Examples of usage
- The saturated fats in butter are solid at room temperature.
- Saturated hydrocarbons are known as alkanes.
general
Completely filled or soaked with a substance.
Synonyms
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
| Word | Description / Examples |
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| saturated |
Use when describing something that is completely filled with a liquid, often used in scientific or more formal contexts.
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| soaked |
Used to describe something or someone that is very wet, often to emphasize the extent of wetness.
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| drenched |
Best used when describing someone or something that is so wet it is soaked completely through, often due to rain or spilling liquid.
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Examples of usage
- The sponge was saturated with water.
- After the heavy rain, the ground became saturated.
Interesting Facts
Etymology
- The word comes from the Latin 'saturatus,' which means 'to fill full.'
- Used in English since the late 14th century, it has evolved from meanings related to fullness.
Science
- In chemistry, 'saturated' refers to solutions or compounds that cannot dissolve any more solute without altering conditions.
- In environmental science, it can describe soil that cannot absorb any more water, leading to runoff.
Art and Design
- In color theory, 'saturated' describes colors that are vivid and intense, not dull or faded.
- Artists often aim for saturation in their palettes to evoke strong emotions in viewers.
Pop Culture
- The term is often used in discussions about advertising and marketing to describe overly-branded content or messages.
- In film and photography, saturation adjustments can create different atmospheres, influencing how mood is perceived.
Psychology
- Highly saturated colors can influence feelings; warm colors often evoke energy, while cooler tones may promote calmness.
- The saturation of a message or idea in media can affect the audience's perception, leading to desensitization over time.
Translations
Translations of the word "saturated" in other languages:
🇵🇹 saturado
🇮🇳 संतृप्त
🇩🇪 gesättigt
🇮🇩 jenuh
🇺🇦 насичений
🇵🇱 nasycony
🇯🇵 飽和した
🇫🇷 saturé
🇪🇸 saturado
🇹🇷 doymuş
🇰🇷 포화된
🇸🇦 مشبع
🇨🇿 nasycený
🇸🇰 nasýtený
🇨🇳 饱和的
🇸🇮 nasičen
🇮🇸 mettaður
🇰🇿 қаныққан
🇬🇪 გაჯერებული
🇦🇿 doymuş
🇲🇽 saturado