macerates

The word “macerates” has 3 syllables: ma-ce-rates

It's pronounced as /ˈmæsəˌreɪts/


What is synonym and antonym for macerates?

In the thesaurus, “macerates” has 33 synonyms and 9 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for macerates along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for macerates

  • bathes
  • dampens
  • damps
  • dips
  • douses
  • dowses
  • drenches
  • drowns
  • humidifies
  • hydrates
  • immerses
  • impregnates
  • infiltrates
  • inundates
  • marinates
  • moistens
  • penetrates
  • permeates
  • presoaks
  • saturates
  • seethes
  • soaks
  • soddens
  • sops
  • souses
  • steeps
  • submerges
  • swamps
  • swills
  • washes
  • water-soaks
  • waterlogs
  • waters

Antonyms for macerates

  • dehumidifies
  • dehydrates
  • desiccates
  • drains
  • dries
  • empties
  • parches
  • sears
  • voids

Example Sentences

  • The herbal infusion gently macerates in the sunlight, intensifying its aromatic properties.
  • Over time, the enzyme in pineapple juice naturally macerates the meat, tenderizing it for a flavorful dish.
  • In traditional medicine, practitioners believe that the herb slowly macerates to release its healing properties in tinctures.
  • The vintner carefully monitors the grape fermentation process as it macerates, ensuring a balanced and nuanced wine.
  • As the stew simmers, the combination of spices and herbs slowly macerates, creating a harmonious blend of flavors.

On this page you'll find 42 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to macerates, such as: bathes, dampens, damps, dehumidifies, dehydrates, desiccates, dips.

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