contamination
Translation
contamination, pollution, adulteration
Examples
The contamination of the river was a serious problem.
The contamination of the river was a serious problem.
Food contamination can cause severe illness.
Food contamination can cause severe illness.
Grammar Patterns
((of sth.)) contamination of (sth.) The contamination of the water supply is a concern.
Similar Words
Synonyms: pollution, adulteration; Antonyms: purification, purity
Etymology
From Latin 'contaminare' (to defile), from 'con-' (together) + 'tangere' (to touch).
Memory Tips
Think of 'con-' (with) and 'tamin' (touching) – something bad is touching and mixing with something pure.