Dictionary Check: adulterant
"adulterant" is a valid word!
Scrabble
11
points
Words with Friends
14
points
Definition
adjective
making impure or corrupt by adding extraneous materials
Example:
"the adulterating effect of extraneous materials"
noun
any substance that lessens the purity or effectiveness of a substance
Example:
"it is necessary to remove the adulterants before use"
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