What is another word for dissolvent?

Pronunciation: [dɪsˈɒlvənt] (IPA)

Dissolvent is a term that refers to a substance that has the ability to dissolve or dissipate another substance. It is often used in chemistry and biology, but there are various other synonyms that can be used interchangeably. One such synonym is solvent, which is commonly used to describe a liquid substance that has the ability to dissolve another substance to form a solution. Other synonyms include solute, dissolver, dissolving agent, and dissolving medium. These synonyms are often used in situations where dissolvability or solvent power is being discussed and are useful for providing a more varied vocabulary.

What are the hypernyms for Dissolvent?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the hyponyms for Dissolvent?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.
  • hyponyms for dissolvent (as nouns)

What are the opposite words for dissolvent?

The word dissolvent means something that can dissolve or break down another substance. Some common antonyms for dissolvent include words like insoluble, impermeable, and resistant. These words describe substances that cannot be dissolved or broken down easily. Other antonyms might include words like solid, rigid, or fixed, which describe substances that are not fluid or malleable. Still, other antonyms might include words like firm, unyielding, or inflexible, which describe substances that are resistant to change or pressure. Understanding the antonyms of dissolvent and their meanings can help us to more clearly define and differentiate different types of materials and substances.

What are the antonyms for Dissolvent?

Usage examples for Dissolvent

The dream was agonizing as he tried one dissolvent after another without success.
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Ellis Parker Butler
I. Frederick the Great's base tolerance produced dissolvent effects.
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Charles Sarolea
He, however, was to learn that there is no greater dissolvent of rancor than intelligent curiosity.
"Cosmopolis, Complete"
Paul Bourget Last Updated: March 3, 2009

Related words: solvent, water solubility, dilutent

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