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desiccate vs desiccant

desiccant vs desiccate

desiccate is not a noun while desiccant is a noun.

desiccate is an adjective but desiccant is not an adjective.

desiccate is a verb but desiccant is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
desiccate No Yes Yes No
desiccant Yes No No No
desiccate (noun) desiccant (noun)
a substance that promotes drying (e.g., calcium oxide absorbs water and is used to remove moisture)
desiccate (adjective) desiccant (adjective)
lacking vitality or spirit; lifeless
desiccate (verb) desiccant (verb)
lose water or moisture
preserve by removing all water and liquids from
remove water from
Difference between desiccate and desiccant

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