Synonyms: adulterant, adulterator
Definition: any substance that lessens the purity or effectiveness of a substance
Usage: it is necessary to remove the adulterants before use
Similar words: substance
Definition: a particular kind or species of matter with uniform properties
Usage: shigella is one of the most toxic substances known to man
Synonyms: adulterant, adulterating
Definition: making impure or corrupt by adding extraneous materials
Usage: the adulterating effect of extraneous materials
Similar words: extraneous, foreign
Definition: not belonging to that in which it is contained; introduced from an outside source
Usage: water free of extraneous matter; foreign particles in milk