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adjective

ˈsa-chə-ˌrā-təd

Definition of saturated

as in dripping

containing, covered with, or thoroughly penetrated by water the carpet should be damp but not entirely saturated

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verb

past tense of saturate

as in soaked

to wet thoroughly with liquid saturate your hair with water before applying the dye

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Recent Examples of saturated

Adjective

Overly bright or saturated colors, like red or neon hues, can overwhelm the kitchen and create visual chaos. — Melissa Epifano, The Spruce, 26 July 2026 In these works, Parsons moved away from saturated color and unlikely optical combinations to timeworn things, quietly acknowledging aging and the desire to make something that endures. — John Yau, ARTnews.com, 24 July 2026

Verb

In a world saturated with casual sneakers and impossible-to-walk-in heels, there’s something irresistible and exciting about shoes that prioritize comfort without sacrificing charm. — Alex Sales, Glamour, 24 July 2026 In an era saturated with opinion, that kind of historical context may be the most valuable thing historians have to offer. — Literary Hub, 23 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for saturated

Recent Examples of Synonyms for saturated

Adjective

Gently squeeze out any excess water so the hair is damp rather than dripping.

— Anya Meyerowitz, Glamour, 2 Aug. 2026
Blood was still dripping from my head and both elbows, and my shirt was soaked in blood, which was now seeping into my pants.

— Todd Orr, Outdoor Life, 30 July 2026

Definition of dripping

Verb

Much of the film is sun-soaked and colorful and filled with the rhythm and chaos of life in a cloistered, liminal community.

— JD Linville, Variety, 3 Aug. 2026
Apply enough of the product to treat the affected area, especially if the mess has soaked into the carpet or other porous material.

— Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of soaked

Adjective

Depending on the color of your boots, use slightly more or less water—but never fully saturate in any case.

— Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 21 Feb. 2026
When TikTok virality and playlist automation saturate listeners’ attention, artistic sameness threatens to rule the day—but independent artists on their own unique paths are still with us.

— Jenn Pelly, Time, 7 June 2025

Definition of saturate

Verb

Crump has also rejected notions from law enforcement officials that Wells may have drowned, citing the teenager’s ability to swim well and his athletic past.

— Rebecca Cohen, NBC news, 5 Aug. 2026
More than 80 migrants died, including some who drowned or were trampled in a stampede to cross a breakwater barrier, according to Spanish and Moroccan authorities.

— ABC News, ABC News, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of drowned

Adjective

The game started on time, but players had to deal with wet weather until the field was pretty well soaked after the top of the third.

— ABC News, ABC News, 2 Aug. 2026
Another, paradoxically, was a recent period that was exceptionally wet, which nurtured thick grass in areas that were already overgrown.

— M. R. O’Connor, New Yorker, 1 Aug. 2026

Definition of wet

Verb

While drenched in autotune at times, Sunday’s set wasn’t completely devoid of authentic moments.

— Jim Ryan, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026
Some had come to stay by Staunton’s side throughout the week, and on the last day of camp, during the water fight, some of them chased her down and drenched her with the bucket of ice water.

— Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 5 Aug. 2026

Definition of drenched

Verb

However, following reports that Jagger impregnated Brazilian model Luciana Morad, Hall went to file for divorce only to find out their nuptials were never legally binding.

— Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 27 July 2026
My favorite titles reveal that the land of love can be treacherous terrain—migration, murder, parental illness, a stranger impregnated.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 14 July 2026

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