HYDRATED Synonyms: 80 Similar and Opposite Words

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adjective

as in aqueous

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hydrated

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verb

past tense of hydrate

as in moistened

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Adjective

Stir in the salt and then the flour and continue mixing until all the dry ingredients are hydrated and a rough dough forms. — ABC News, 8 Oct. 2026 My complexion felt more hydrated and looked slightly plumper, particularly around areas where dehydration lines usually appear – which is mostly my forehead. — Lucy Partington, Glamour, 7 Oct. 2026 Its lightweight, fast-drying formula is infused with a nourishing lineup—squalane and macadamia and jojoba oils, to name a few—that leaves skin hydrated and streak-free from start to finish. — Madison San Miguel, Allure, 7 Oct. 2026 Harvard Health recommends bathing regularly, using a high-quality deodorant or antiperspirant, staying hydrated to offset fluid loss from sweating and talking to a doctor if a strange new scent lingers. — Samantha Agate, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 Oct. 2026 Staying hydrated keeps the mouth moist and flushes away debris and bacteria. — Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 5 Oct. 2026 Bathe regularly, use a high-quality deodorant or antiperspirant and stay hydrated to offset fluid lost through sweating. — Samantha Agate, Sacbee.com, 5 Oct. 2026 From keeping hydrated to loading up on carbs, runners are making their final preparations for the big day. — Noel Brennan, CBS News, 5 Oct. 2026 The general recommendation is to do it slowly to allow your body to get used to the higher amount of fiber and to stay hydrated so your body can use the water along with the fiber for optimal bowel health. — Jean Liew, Fortune, 28 Sep. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for hydrated

Adjective

The palladium membrane transported those protons into a separate, non-aqueous catholyte, where nitrogen underwent Li-NRR and was converted into ammonia.

— Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 26 Sep. 2026
All of these wheeled explorers found evidence of past aqueous environments.

— Mike Wall, Space.com, 20 July 2026

Definition of aqueous

Adjective

In my experience, the answer isn’t simply generating more demand but generating high-quality demand, standing out in a saturated market and giving the right people a compelling reason to take the next step.

— David Cozzens, Forbes.com, 5 Oct. 2026
Animal sources tend to come with more saturated fat, while plant sources often bring fiber and unsaturated fats along for the ride.

— Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 23 Sep. 2026

Definition of saturated

Verb

If your eyes have ever watered at the price of a pre-packaged sandwich at Tesco, let alone the price of rent in London, you’ll be well acquainted with the financial anxieties that stage this narrative.

— Kat Chen, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Sep. 2026
Water Often All plants need water, but mums are particularly thirsty flowers that should be watered regularly when the top 1 inch of soil feels dry.

— Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Sep. 2026

Definition of watered

Adjective

In a small 2024 study, participants who consumed 10 grams of soaked basil seeds daily for eight weeks had lower levels of several inflammatory markers.

— Lindsey DeSoto, HEALTH, 23 Sep. 2026
Fortunately for us, there are plenty of ways to mix the two this weekend — from spa deals and rum-soaked revelry to a nostalgic hard rock show or a night of stress-busting belly laughs.

— Kari Barnett, Sun Sentinel, 12 Aug. 2026

Definition of soaked

Adjective

Made from naturally breathable, skin-friendly, pre-washed linen, the quilt is designed to hold up for years while growing softer with every wash.

— Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Aug. 2026
As the Cyclospora outbreak grows, experts recommend washing all fresh produce that hasn’t been pre-washed—not just lettuce.

— Sarah Garone, HEALTH, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of washed

Verb

Prosecutors also described a recliner where Hastert often sat in the locker room with a direct view of the stalls where the boys showered.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 6 Oct. 2026
Until today, human scientists have been the agents responsible for discovering cancer cures, and for doing so they (and key associates) have been showered with academic credit and awards, perhaps even a Nobel Prize.

— Jeffrey S. Flier, STAT, 5 Oct. 2026

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