Adulterate
[uh-DUHL-ter-ayt]
Hint 1.
From the Latin ad- ("to") + alter ("other").
Hint 2. Sentence to give context:
"A syringe pierced the apple’s skin, leaving it visibly adulterated and raising concerns about its safety."
Which is the best definition of adulterate?
A.
To obscure or distort meaning through unnecessary embellishment
B.
To corrupt or make impure; to degrade the integrity of
C.
To diminish value by removing essential components
D.
To relax or make mellow, often by a substance or medication
Hint 1.
From the Latin ad- ("to") + alter ("other").
Hint 2. Sentence to give context:
"A syringe pierced the apple’s skin, leaving it visibly adulterated and raising concerns about its safety."
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