Carbonation (noun)

1. The process of dissolving carbon dioxide in a liquid, typically a beverage, to give it a bubbly or effervescent quality.
2. The state or condition of having carbon dioxide dissolved in a liquid.

Origin:

From carbon + -ation.

Examples:

1. Carbonation is the process by which carbon dioxide is dissolved in water to make soda water.
2. The carbonation in beer gives it a characteristic fizziness.
3. Carbonation in a soft drink gives it a refreshing taste.
4. The carbonation in the sparkling wine is caused by the fermentation of the grape juice.
5. The carbonation in the water is caused by the presence of dissolved carbon dioxide.