supersaturated Definition
- 1(of a solution) containing more of a solute than can be dissolved in the solvent under normal circumstances
- 2excessively or extremely saturated
Using supersaturated: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "supersaturated" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The solution is supersaturated with salt.
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The air was supersaturated with moisture.
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The market is supersaturated with similar products.
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The painting was supersaturated with color.
supersaturated Synonyms and Antonyms
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Phrases with supersaturated
a solution that contains more solute than it can dissolve at a given temperature and pressure
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The sugar crystals formed when the supersaturated solution cooled down.
a market that has too many similar products, resulting in intense competition and low profits
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The smartphone market is supersaturated with similar models, making it difficult for new brands to enter.
a color that is extremely bright, vivid, or intense
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The artist used a technique of layering colors to create a supersaturated effect.
Summary: supersaturated in Brief
The term 'supersaturated' [ˌsuːpərˈsætʃəreɪtɪd] describes a solution that contains more solute than it can dissolve under normal circumstances. It can also refer to an excessive or extreme saturation, as in 'The painting was supersaturated with color.' The phrase 'supersaturated market' denotes a market with too many similar products, while 'supersaturated color' refers to an extremely bright or vivid color.
