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saturated
01
having absorbed as much of a substance as possible at a given temperature, reaching its maximum concentration
02
used especially of organic compounds; having all available valence bonds filled
03
(of color) being chromatically pure; not diluted with white or grey or black
Example
The saturated sugar solution had reached its limit and could not dissolve any more sugar crystals.
After heavy rain, the ground became saturated, and water began to pool on the surface.
Starting a new business in a saturated market means facing long odds.
The entrepreneur's boldness in entering a saturated market with a unique product paid off significantly.
Upon cooling the saturated sugar solution, crystals began to precipitate at the bottom of the container.
