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Saturated (Adjective)

Being the most concentrated solution possible at a given temperature; unable to dissolve still more of a substance; "a saturated solution".

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Used especially of organic compounds; having all available valence bonds filled; "saturated fats".

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The fatty acids in butter are primarily saturated, which can increase the risk of heart disease when consumed in excess.
Saturated hydrocarbons are typically unreactive and are often used as solvents or fuels.
The nutrition label on the packaged snack warned that it contained high levels of saturated fats.
In organic chemistry, a saturated compound is one in which all carbon atoms are bonded to the maximum number of hydrogen atoms.
Saturated triglycerides are typically solid at room temperature, which is why butter and lard are often used in baking.

(of color) being chromatically pure; not diluted with white or grey or black.

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The bright, saturated colors of the painting really caught my eye in the art gallery.
Her hair was a rich, saturated auburn that complemented her porcelain skin.
The vibrant, saturated hues of the flowers made them stand out against the dull, wintery background.
The photographer spent hours editing the image to enhance the saturated colors and bring out the subtle textures.
The new digital camera captured the scene with vivid, saturated colors that looked almost too good to be true.