solvent
8 synonyms and 1 antonym for solvent, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A liquid that dissolves another substance to form a solution.
Synonyms
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Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
A liquid that dissolves another substance to form a solution.
“Nail polish remover contains a solvent that breaks down the polish.”
2. adjective
Financially sound, with enough assets to cover all debts.
“The company remained solvent throughout the recession.”
Opposites
How to use solvent
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a strong solvent
remain solvent
financially solvent
Etymology
From Latin solvēns, "dissolving, loosening", present participle of solvō.
Full origin of solvent →Frequently asked questions
What does “solvent” mean?
The word “solvent” means a liquid that dissolves another substance to form a solution. In plain terms, a chemical that dissolves things, or — for a business or person — having enough money to pay what you owe.
How do you pronounce “solvent”?
“Solvent” is pronounced SOL-vuhnt (/ˈsɔlvənt/ in IPA).
How do you use “solvent” in a sentence?
Here is “solvent” used in a sentence: “Nail polish remover contains a solvent that breaks down the polish.”
What part of speech is “solvent”?
Depending on how it is used, “solvent” can be a noun and an adjective.
Where does the word “solvent” come from?
The word “solvent” comes from Latin. From Latin solvēns, "dissolving, loosening", present participle of solvō.
Is “solvent” a common word?
“Solvent” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “solvent” have?
“Solvent” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a liquid that dissolves another substance to form a solution.
