What Does Adulterate Mean? Definition, Example & Short Story to boost your Vocabulary
By Write To Fly Sky High - July 06, 2025
2. Word: Adulterate
Meaning:
Adulterate (verb):
To make impure by adding inferior substances.
Synonyms: Contaminate, Pollute, Degrade.
Antonyms: Purify, Cleanse.
Usage:
Never adulterate food products.
Eg: Vikram mixed water in tea to save money but adulterated his reputation.
Short Story to remember Adulterate Word:
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| Lemonade Story Image for Adulterate Vocab Word |
Lila the lemonade seller made the tastiest lemonade in town, using only fresh lemons and sweet honey. But one day, her brother Max added extra water to make more cups. The lemonade tasted weak and watery. "You adulterated it!" Lila exclaimed. "It’s not pure anymore!" Max promised never to spoil the lemonade again.
Closely Related Words:
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Alter (change, not spoil)
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Aggravate (make worse)
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