Definition

Describing a drink that has bubbles or fizz because it contains carbon dioxide gas.

Example

I prefer carbonated drinks like soda over still water.

Conversation

Have you tried that new drink?

Not yet, is it good?

Yeah, it’s really refreshing and carbonated!

I love carbonated drinks; I’ll definitely give it a try.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Carbonated → It is formed from "carbon" (from Latin "carbo", meaning coal or charcoal) and "-ated" (a suffix indicating a process or condition). The word "carbonated" refers to a beverage that has undergone the process of being infused with carbon dioxide, creating bubbles.

Memory Tip

Think of 'carbon' as the element that creates bubbles in drinks, and '-ated' indicating a process. This helps you remember that 'carbonated' means a drink that has been made bubbly by adding carbon.

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