Solvent
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈsɒlvənt/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Solvent is a noun meaning A fluid that dissolves a solid, liquid, or gaseous solute, resulting in a solution.
Meaning
A fluid that dissolves a solid, liquid, or gaseous solute, resulting in a solution.
More Meanings
- That which resolves.
- (finance) Able to pay all debts as they become due, and having no more liabilities than assets.
- Having the power of dissolving; causing solution.
Example Sentences
Holonym: solution
Near-synonyms: above water, in the black
It explains. And explanation is the true solvent of mystery.
Surprisingly, this analysis revealed that acute exposure to solvent vapors at concentrations below those associated with long-term effects appears to increase the risk of a fatal automobile accident.
Word Forms
- solvents
Synonyms for solvent
Depending on context, synonyms include dissolver, resolver, solver, problemsolver, above water, dissolvent.
Antonyms for solvent
Common opposites include solute, insolvent.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include resolvent, dissolvent, dissolver, thinner, dilutant, medium.
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