What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
undersaturated
Example
The undersaturated solution could not dissolve any more solute. [undersaturated: adjective]
Example
The undersaturated colors in the photograph gave it a vintage look. [undersaturated: adjective]
unsaturated
Example
The unsaturated solution could dissolve more solute. [unsaturated: adjective]
Example
Olive oil is an example of an unsaturated fat. [unsaturated: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Unsaturated is more commonly used than undersaturated in everyday language, especially in the context of nutrition and chemistry.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between undersaturated and unsaturated?
Both undersaturated and unsaturated are technical terms used in scientific contexts, but unsaturated is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal settings.
