solvent
/ˈsɔlvənt/noun, adjective2 syllables
Solvent means: a liquid substance capable of dissolving other substances.
Synonyms for solvent13
noun, as in a liquid substance capable of dissolving other substances
dissolvent, dissolver, dissolving agent, resolvent
noun, as in a statement that solves a problem or explains how to solve the problem
also used for solvent
resolver, solver, problemsolver, above water, in the black
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Opposites of solvent
insolvent
What does solvent mean?3
noun
1
a liquid substance capable of dissolving other substances“the solvent does not change its state in forming a solution”
2
a statement that solves a problem or explains how to solve the problem“they were trying to find a peaceful solution”
adjective
1
capable of meeting financial obligations
Definitions from the Open English WordNet, CC BY 4.0.
Solvent in a sentence
- Turpentine is widely used as a solvent in paints, varnishes and lacquers.Cangarejo
- These solvents, due to their volatility, evaporate into the atmosphere when used.fcbond
- My responsibility is to keep the company solvent.aka_aj
- An aqueous solution is one where water is the solvent.Miktsoanit
- Anhydrous solvents are essential for many sensitive organic reactions.rul
- Can I use this solvent to dilute my sample?mervert1
- However, these solvents were identified as carcinogenic.fcbond
- Once it cools, the agarose solidifies and the optical fibers are selectively removed using solvents.Cangarejo
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Forms of solvent
as a noun
- plural
- solvents