saturatingly
|sat-u-rat-ing-ly|
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/ˈsætʃəˌreɪtɪŋli/
(saturate)
completely fill or soak
Etymology
Etymology Information
'saturate' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'saturatus,' where 'satur-' meant 'full' or 'sated.'
Historical Evolution
'saturatus' transformed into the French word 'saturer,' and eventually became the modern English word 'saturate' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to fill or soak completely,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that completely fills or soaks something.
The colors were saturatingly vibrant, making the painting come alive.
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Last updated: 2025/04/17 21:27