Synonyms of adulterant

Noun


1. adulterant, adulterator, substance

usage: any substance that lessens the purity or effectiveness of a substance; "it is necessary to remove the adulterants before use"

Adjective


1. adulterating (vs. purifying), adulterant, extraneous, foreign

usage: making impure or corrupt by adding extraneous materials; "the adulterating effect of extraneous materials"

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Definition and meaning of adulterant (Dictionary)