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adulterate
verbgeneral usecommon/ɐdultɨˈɾaɾ/a·dul·te·rar
Definitions
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To render something poorer in quality by adding another substance.
Usage examples
“It is illegal to adulterate milk with water.”
“The spice was adulterated with cheaper fillers.”
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Common combinations
adulterate foodadulterate drugs
2
To voluntarily engage in sexual intercourse with someone other than one's spouse.
The verb 'adulterate' is rarely used in this sense in modern English; 'commit adultery' is standard.
Usage examples
“He was accused of committing adultery.”
“In some cultures, adulterating can have severe consequences.”