supersaturate

[ soo-per-sach-uh-reyt ]

verb (used with object)

, su·per·sat·u·rat·ed, su·per·sat·u·rat·ing.

1. to increase the concentration of (a solution) beyond saturation; saturate abnormally.

Other Words From

• super·satu·ration noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of supersaturate¹

First recorded in 1750–60; super- + saturate

Example Sentences

We may supersaturate slightly the two bases with sulphuric acid.

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