supersaturated

/ ˌsuːpəˈsætʃəˌreɪtɪd /

adjective

1. (of a solution) containing more solute than a saturated solution and therefore not in equilibrium
2. (of a vapour) containing more material than a saturated vapour and therefore not in equilibrium

Derived Forms

• ˌsuperˌsatuˈration, noun

Example Sentences

It turns out that quicksand, known as supersaturated sand, is a real thing around the world, even in Maine, far from the jungle locations where Hollywood has used it to add drama by ensnaring actors.

From Seattle Times

The dead salmon showed signs of gas bubble disease, which can occur when water is supersaturated with dissolved gases.

From Los Angeles Times

“The ground is extremely saturated, supersaturated,” he said at a Monday afternoon news conference.

From Seattle Times

He’s more concerned with audiences finding this show in the supersaturated TV landscape.

From Los Angeles Times

But authorities worried about runoff causing flooding because California’s extraordinarily wet winter has left soils supersaturated.

From Seattle Times