Synonyms for

Saturation

Verb / ˌsætʃɜ:ˈeɪʃʌn / Another word for saturation — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

the state of being completely soaked or filled with something

Synonyms & similar words

vividness chroma intensity impregnation soaked drenched sodden waterlogged saturated full brimming suffused imbued impregnated permeated charged fraught laden loaded steeped saturated engorged crammed packed

Synonyms by register

Formal

impregnation permeation saturation point

Informal

fullness soakedness

Literary

drenching steeping

Antonyms

depletion drying emptiness lack scarcity subsidence

Common collocations

  • color saturation
  • market saturation
  • saturation point
  • saturation bombing
  • degree of saturation
  • saturation coverage
  • saturation advertising

Word family

noun saturation
verb saturate
adjective saturated
adverb saturatedly

Usage note

In a technical context, 'saturation point' refers to the maximum level of a substance or condition that can be absorbed or held. In marketing, 'market saturation' means a market is full of products or services, making it difficult for new entrants.

Example sentences

  1. The saturation of the ground made it difficult to walk.
  2. The saturation of color in the painting was stunning.
  3. The saturation of the market led to a decrease in prices.
  4. The saturation of the air with smoke made it hard to breathe.
  5. The saturation of the sponge made it too heavy to use.

Quotes

  • The saturation of the market with cheap goods has led to a decline in quality. - Tony Schwartz
  • The saturation of digital media has made us crave real human experiences. - Rachel Botsman
  • The saturation of the airwaves with noise is drowning out the still, small voice. - Gordon B. Hinckley

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