impregnate
9 synonyms and 1 antonym for impregnate, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To make a woman or female animal pregnant.
Synonyms
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Antonyms
become pregnant
How to use impregnate
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
impregnate with
impregnated wood
impregnated fabric
Etymology
From Medieval Latin impraegnatus, past participle of impraegno, built from in- + praegnans ("pregnant").
Full origin of impregnate →Frequently asked questions
What does “impregnate” mean?
The word “impregnate” means to make a woman or female animal pregnant. In plain terms, to make pregnant, or to thoroughly soak/fill a material with something.
How do you pronounce “impregnate”?
“Impregnate” is pronounced IHMP-rehg-nayt (/ˈɪmpɹɛɡneɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “impregnate” in a sentence?
Here is “impregnate” used in a sentence: “The breeding programme aims to impregnate the female pandas at the right time of year.”
What is another word for “impregnate”?
Words with a similar meaning to “impregnate” include get with child, inseminate, inwomb, knock up and settle.
What is the opposite of “impregnate”?
The opposite of “impregnate” — its antonyms — is become pregnant.
What part of speech is “impregnate”?
“Impregnate” is a verb.
Where does the word “impregnate” come from?
The word “impregnate” comes from Medieval Latin. From Medieval Latin impraegnatus, past participle of impraegno, built from in- + praegnans ("pregnant").
How many meanings does “impregnate” have?
“Impregnate” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to make a woman or female animal pregnant.
