solvent
sol
ˈsɑl
saal
vent
vənt
vēnt
/sˈɒlvənt/

Definition & Meaning of "solvent"in English

Solvent
01

a liquid that is capable of dissolving another substance

Examples
Ethanol is commonly used as a solvent to dissolve oils and perfume essences for the production of aftershaves and colognes.
02

an agent or method that is able to break apart or eliminate an obstacle, difficulty, or problem

Examples
Thorough research into root causes served as a solvent to understand and eliminate recurring product defects.
solvent
01

having the ability to meet financial obligations and paying debts

Examples
Despite economic challenges, the company remained solvent due to wise financial management.

Lexical Tree

dissolvent
insolvent
resolvent
solvent
App
LanGeek
Download LanGeek app
langeek application

Download Mobile App

App Store