🚫adulteration

noun
əˌdʌl.təˈreɪ.ʃən

Meaning

The action of making something poorer in quality by the addition of another substance.

Example Sentences

Adulteration of food is a serious health risk.

Food adulteration poses a serious health risk.

Synonyms

contamination, impurity, tainting, degradation
Entry 1
contamination, impurity, tainting
Entry 2
contamination, impurity, degradation

Antonyms

purity, authenticity, freshness, refinement
Entry 1
purity, authenticity, freshness
Entry 2
purity, authenticity, refinement

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