Meaning of the word adulterate in English

What does adulterate mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

adulterate

US /əˈdʌl.tə.reɪt/
UK /əˈdʌl.tə.reɪt/

Verb

to make something poorer in quality by adding another substance, typically an inferior one

Example:
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The company was accused of trying to adulterate its products with cheap fillers.
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It is illegal to adulterate food products.

Adjective

made impure or inferior by the addition of foreign or inferior substances

Example:
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The coffee was so adulterate that it barely tasted like coffee.
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The market was flooded with adulterate goods.