saturation
UK: ˌsætʃəˈreɪʃən | US: ˌsætʃəˈreɪʃən
n. the state or process of being saturated
n. (Chemistry) the point at which no more solute can be dissolved in a solvent
n. (Color) the intensity or purity of a hue
The word "saturation" derives from the Latin saturatus, the past participle of saturare ("to fill, glut"), from satur ("full"). The root satur reflects the idea of completeness or abundance, while the suffix -ation turns the verb into a noun denoting a state or process. Over time, the term expanded from literal fullness (e.g., soaked fabric) to abstract and scientific contexts (e.g., chemical or color saturation).
The saturation of the soil after heavy rain caused flooding.
The chemist observed the saturation point of the solution.
Adjust the TV settings to reduce color saturation.
Market saturation makes it hard for new brands to compete.
Her painting used high saturation to create vibrant contrasts.