What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
drench
Example
We got drenched in the rain on our way home. [drenched: past participle]
Example
The flowers were drenched after the storm. [drenched: adjective]
saturate
Example
The sponge was saturated with water and couldn't hold any more. [saturated: past participle]
Example
The market was saturated with vendors selling the same products. [saturated: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Saturate is more commonly used than drench in everyday language. Saturate is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while drench is less common and often used in specific situations such as describing heavy rain or accidental spills.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between drench and saturate?
Both drench and saturate are informal words, but saturate can be used in more formal contexts due to its versatility and neutral connotation.
