What does detergent mean?
Detergent means Any non-soap cleaning agent, especially a synthetic surfactant..
Detergent
/dɪˈtɜːd͡ʒənt/ · noun
Meaning
Any non-soap cleaning agent, especially a synthetic surfactant..
Definitions by Sense
- Any non-soap cleaning agent, especially a synthetic surfactant.
- Synonym of cleansing.
Example Sentences
Near-synonym: cleaner (sometimes coordinate)
laundry detergent
liquid detergent
powdered detergent
She used a mild detergent to wash the clothes.
Synonyms for detergent
Antonyms for detergent
Related Words
Word Forms
- detergents
- more detergent
- most detergent
Usage Notes
Choose a synonym only when it preserves the intended meaning, tone, and grammar of the full sentence.
Practice and Learn More
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for detergent?
Common synonyms include cleaner, cleansing, detersive, purifying.
What is the opposite of detergent?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use detergent in a sentence?
Near-synonym: cleaner (sometimes coordinate)
Sources & Attribution
FreeDictionaryAPI.com / Wiktionary · Original source · CC BY-SA 4.0
Dictionary data is provided by FreeDictionaryAPI.com and sourced from Wiktionary under its stated license.