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solvent

/หˆsษ’lvษ™nt/intermediate Level

English Meaning & Definitions

1.adjective

Having enough money to pay all of one's debts.

Example Sentences:
  • โ€œThe company managed to remain solvent despite the economic downturn.โ€
  • โ€œTo stay solvent, they had to cut operational costs significantly.โ€
2.noun

A liquid, typically one other than water, used for dissolving other substances.

Example Sentences:
  • โ€œUse a suitable solvent like acetone to remove the paint.โ€
  • โ€œThe chemical was dissolved in an organic solvent before the reaction.โ€
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Cultural Origin & Etymology

Late 16th century: from Latin solvent- 'loosening, dissolving', from the verb solvere. Originally used in a literal chemical sense, the financial sense developed in the 18th century from the idea of being able to 'loosen' or pay off debts.

Memory Aid & Mnemonic

To stay solvent, you must 'solve' your financial problems so you don't go bankrupt.

Frequently Asked Questions About โ€œsolventโ€

1. What is the meaning of โ€œsolventโ€ in English?

In English, solvent (adjective) is defined as: โ€œHaving enough money to pay all of one's debts.โ€.

2. How do you use โ€œsolventโ€ in a sentence?

โ€œThe company managed to remain solvent despite the economic downturn.โ€

3. What are English synonyms of โ€œsolventโ€?

Common synonyms include:financially sound,black,liquid,dissolver

4. What is the etymology and word origin of โ€œsolventโ€?

Late 16th century: from Latin solvent- 'loosening, dissolving', from the verb solvere. Originally used in a literal chemical sense, the financial sense developed in the 18th century from the idea of being able to 'loosen' or pay off debts.