depurate Meaning & Definition
/ˈdɛpjʊəɹeɪt/
What Does Depurate Mean?
Depurate is used as a verb meaning To remove impurities from; to purify. It can also mean To make impure. As an adjective, it means Depurated; cleansed; freed from impurities.
Word Facts for Depurate
| Part of speech | verb, adjective |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈdɛpjʊəɹeɪt/ |
| Comparative / superlative | more depurate, most depurate |
| Verb forms | depurates, depurating, depurated |
Depurate Definition (Verb)
- To remove impurities from; to purify.
- To make impure.
Depurate as an Adjective
- Depurated; cleansed; freed from impurities.
Synonyms of Depurate
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Depurate synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
depurate (third-person singular simple present depurates, present participle depurating, simple past and past participle depurated)
depurate (comparative more depurate, superlative most depurate)
Origin of Depurate
From Late Latin depuratus, past participle of depurare (“to purify”).
Depurate: Your Questions Answered
Is depurate a verb or an adjective?
Depurate is mainly used as a verb, but it can also be used as an adjective.
What is the past tense of depurate?
The past tense of depurate is depurated. The present participle is depurating.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of depurate?
The comparative form is more depurate and the superlative form is most depurate.